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The New York Mets are in a dire situation, having lost their last twelve games. Despite significant investments and trades, their offense is struggling, ranking last in on-base, slugging, and runs scored. Key players like Juan Soto, Bo Bichette, Jorge Polanco, and corner outfielders are underperforming. The rotation is also faltering, with starters like David Peterson, Kodai Senga, and Sean Manaea posting poor statistics. The bullpen is leaking runs, and the team has had to make a quick signing to bolster their depth. Jim Bowden from The Athletic suggests that while manager Carlos Mendoza is not the issue, the team needs to address their rotation, bullpen, and outfield corners through internal adjustments or trades. If Soto, Francisco Lindor, Bichette, and Polanco can turn it around, the Mets might have a chance at a .500 record, but time is running out.

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