It’s Season 8, Episode 18 of The Put it in the Books Show. Tonight, Rodriguez, Farace, and Producer Joe (holding it down behind the wall) are here, while Keith remains out. We continue to send all of our positive thoughts and well wishes his way, and we can’t wait to have him back with us ASAP.As for the Mets—things are rough. They’ve lost 5 straight, look lifeless in Filthadelphia, and are now 10 games behind the Filthies for the division lead. What once looked like a dream season has slipped into nightmare territory, with the Mets barely hanging onto the final Wild Card spot while the Giants, Reds, and Diamondbacks are breathing down their necks.Sixteen games remain. That’s it. Sixteen games to turn this thing around or watch it all go to waste. The starting pitching has been inconsistent outside of the rookies, the bullpen is shaky, and the lineup looks allergic to hitting in big spots. If there’s any chance to salvage this season, the Mets need to play with absolute desperation and ride the energy of a Citi Field crowd that must be rocking every single night.After tonight’s finale in Philly, the Mets head home for a critical stretch: three each against the Rangers, Padres, and Nationals. These games will either stabilize the season—or bury it.So join the crew as they dig into the standings, the collapse, and whether there’s still time for this team to salvage what was supposed to be a special year. Expect Farace’s frustration, Rodriguez’s spin, and Joe’s sarcasm behind the wall, all while Mets fans everywhere cling to that tiny word we know too well: “hope.” #Mets #PiitB