### High-Stakes Doubleheader to Determine Braves and Mets Postseason Fate

In an exciting climax to the season, the Atlanta Braves and New York Mets will face off in a crucial doubleheader to determine which teams will secure the final two Postseason spots and which team will face elimination. This pivotal moment comes after a thrilling weekend of baseball that saw Atlanta winning two out of three games, but ultimately losing the must-win showdown.

Spencer Schwellenbach will take the mound for the Braves in Game 1. Schwellenbach has shown formidable prowess against the Mets, delivering impressive performances in their past two encounters this season. In those games, he has pitched 14 innings, conceding just five hits, one walk, and one earned run while racking up 15 strikeouts. If Schwellenbach can replicate his earlier success, Atlanta could cruise through the first game, easing their path to the Postseason.

The Mets have signaled that Tylor Megill will be their starter for the first game. Megill, who has had a standout season with 1.5 fWAR over 72.1 innings, has been particularly strong in recent outings, giving up one run or less in four of his last five starts. However, when he last faced Atlanta in July, the Braves managed to score four runs, including three home runs, against him. A repeat of that performance would certainly favor Atlanta.

If necessary, Game 2 will see the Braves calling upon Chris Sale, who is having a stellar season and is on track for his first Cy Young Award. Sale's last outing against the Mets was impressive as he pitched into the eighth inning, allowing just two runs and striking out nine. His presence as a backup plan illustrates the Braves' strategic preparation for this crucial juncture.

For the Mets, Luis Severino is expected to start Game 2 if it becomes essential. Severino has had a revitalized season, becoming a reliable option for the Mets. However, in his most recent game against Atlanta, he struggled, giving up four runs on seven hits over four innings. The Mets will be hoping Severino can return to his earlier form and deliver under pressure.

The stakes couldn't be higher for both teams, with just one win needed to secure a coveted Postseason spot. The outcome hinges on the performances of key players like Schwellenbach and Sale for the Braves, as well as Megill and Severino for the Mets. Today’s doubleheader promises to be a thrilling spectacle with October aspirations on the line.