Mets Prepare for Game 6 Against Dodgers

Sean Manaea's performance in Game 6 of the NLCS was a significant letdown for the Mets, who faced the Dodgers in a must-win situation. After a strong regular season and promising postseason starts, Manaea struggled, surrendering five runs in just over two innings, leading to a 10-5 loss that ended the Mets' season. His pitching woes were attributed to exhaustion from an extensive workload throughout the year, where he achieved career highs in starts and innings pitched. Despite this disappointing finale, Manaea had previously emerged as the Mets' ace, showcasing a reworked pitching style that had proven effective in the playoffs. The Mets were counting on him to extend the series to a Game 7, but he ultimately failed to deliver when needed most, reflecting the challenges faced by a pitching staff under pressure. This loss marks a somber conclusion to Manaea's promising stint with the Mets, who will now look to rebuild for next season.