First place!

[Bob78164]

On the strength of a six-game winning streak, the New York Mets now have undisputed possession of first place in the National League East. I don't know how long it'll last, but I'll enjoy it while it does. --Bob

[Bob78164]

The answer to my implied question turned out to be, not very long at all. At least, this time. We'll see what the future brings. --Bob

[Bob78164]

Another ride on the yo-yo begins, as the Mets reclaim first place, along with their largest lead of the young season, at a full game over their nearest rival. --Bob

[Bob78164]

Reaching new heights, the Mets have extended their division lead to a season-high two full games. —Bob

[Bob78164]

By holding on to a ninth-inning lead (albeit by the skin of their teeth), the Mets have extended their lead in the National League Eastern Division to a season-high three games. --Bob

[jarnon]

By holding on to a ninth-inning lead (albeit by the skin of their teeth), the Mets have extended their lead in the National League Eastern Division to a season-high three games. --Bob

[Bob78164]

The Mets' second six-game winning streak of the young season has extended their division lead to a season-high four full games. --Bob

[Bob78164]

By completing a sweep, the Mets have extended their lead in the National League Eastern Division to a season-high five full games. --Bob

[Bob78164]

Looks like it may be one of those seasons. For the first time in more than a month, the Mets have now fallen out of first place. --Bob

[Bob78164]

With the involuntary help of a team that has yet to reach double-digits in wins after play completed on June 1, the Mets have regained undisputed possession of first place in the National League East. —Bob

[Bob78164]

They made it a lot more exciting than I'd have liked, but by completing a sweep of the Nationals, the Mets extended their division league to a season-high five and a half games. --Bob