In a stunning turn of events, the New York Mets showcased their resilience and potential as they secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over their crosstown rivals, the New York Yankees. The game was highlighted by the outstanding performances of Jeff McNeil and Jake Diekman, who had previously faced criticism from fans but emerged as key contributors to the Mets' success.

For most of the season, both McNeil and Diekman had struggled to win over the support of the Mets faithful. However, their recent performances have turned the tide, with McNeil igniting the offense and Diekman delivering a crucial pitch in a dramatic ninth-inning save against Yankees' slugger Aaron Judge.

McNeil, who has been dubbed the savior of the Mets' offense, expressed his admiration for Diekman's pivotal moment, exclaiming, "Oh my God, that was awesome!" This newfound unity and support among the team members is indicative of the Mets' determination to prove themselves in the face of adversity.

Despite the Mets still being considered a flawed team, they continue to make a compelling case for Mets' general manager David Stearns to adopt a buyer's approach as the deadline approaches. The team's ability to secure wins against strong opponents like the Yankees only adds to the intrigue of their potential in the postseason.

The game on Tuesday showcased the Mets' resilience as they managed to secure a victory without the availability of their star relief pitcher, Edwin Diaz. Manager Mendoza skillfully navigated through the late innings, using a combination of pitchers such as Adam Ottavino, Alex Young, Dedniel Nunez, Phil Maton, and eventually entrusting Diekman with the closing role in the ninth inning.

Diekman's selection as the closer was a gutsy move by Mendoza given his erratic performance this season. However, the left-handed pitcher displayed composure and control, leading Mendoza to believe that his fastball had the necessary energy to challenge the Yankees' batting lineup. Though walking Juan Soto raised some apprehension among Mets fans, Mendoza's decision ultimately paid off as Diekman struck out Judge, sealing the victory for the Mets.

"I knew who was available, and I went with it," Mendoza explained of his decision-making process. The manager's intuition, paired with Diekman's dynamic performance, proved to be the winning combination for the Mets on Tuesday night.

With every impressive win, the Mets continue to make a statement, defying expectations and proving their mettle. As the season progresses, their potential remains uncertain, but one thing is for certain - when the Mets are firing on all cylinders, they are a force to be reckoned with in the MLB.