The New York Mets are struggling, having lost their last two games and nine of their last ten. On Tuesday, they face the Atlanta Braves, a team they have yet to defeat this season. Despite these setbacks, the Mets hold a respectable 46-33 record, sitting just 1.5 games behind the Philadelphia Phillies in the NL East. However, the loss of pitcher Sean Manaea, who has been sidelined all season due to an oblique strain, has compounded their challenges. Manaea was close to returning but has now been shut down for 48-72 hours due to elbow discomfort, raising concerns about his impact on the team's future.