The New York Mets defeated the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 3 of the National League Wild Card Series, advancing to face the Philadelphia Phillies in the NLDS. Despite a strong performance by Brewers rookie Jackson Chourio in Game 2, the Mets secured a victory with a crucial ninth-inning home run by Pete Alonso. Brewers fans were left heartbroken but remain optimistic about their team's potential for next season, citing new talent and a managerial change. Meanwhile, the Phillies and Mets, long-standing rivals, will meet for the first time in a postseason series, creating excitement and tension among fans. The series promises to be highly competitive, as both teams bring momentum and strong rosters into the matchup. This rare postseason clash is stirring regional loyalties between fans in New York and Philadelphia, especially in areas like New Jersey where allegiances are split.