The New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies have a historic rivalry that began in 1969, highlighted by competition for the NL East title. Although they have rarely competed for a division title in the same season, their rivalry remains intense. In 2024, the Phillies finished six games ahead in a notable season where the Mets and Phillies battled for the lead. With both teams under pressure to enhance their rosters before the trade deadline, the focus is on making strategic additions to pursue a much-coveted World Series championship.
The rivalry between the New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies is historic, dating back to 1969, with both teams often competing for the NL East title.
In 2024, the Phillies finished six games ahead of both the Mets and Braves, marking a rare season where both teams battled for the NL East lead.
Pressure is mounting on the Mets and Phillies to make trade deadline additions in hopes of capturing the elusive World Series title despite their star-studded rosters.
The only years the Mets and Phillies seriously contended for a division title were in 1986, 2001, 2006, 2007, and 2008.
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