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The Mets were sluggish out of the All-Star Break, losing two of three to the Cincinnati Reds, putting them behind the 8-ball in their battle with the Phillies atop the NL East.
The Mets have a chance to get back on track with a three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels, but a poor showing against the Halos could put their playoff hopes in serious jeopardy as their next nine games are against the San Francisco Giants and San Diego Padres, two teams on their heels in the standings.
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