In a dramatic doubleheader, the Braves and Mets secured their spots in the MLB playoffs while the Diamondbacks were eliminated. The Mets' win in the first game was crucial for their postseason hopes, marking a significant comeback from a previous 22-33 record. However, the Braves faced a setback with their ace Chris Sale being scratched from the second game due to back spasms. His unavailability raises concerns about the Braves' pitching rotation heading into the upcoming Wild Card Series against the Padres. The Braves revealed their pitching plan amid this crisis, but Sale's injury casts uncertainty over their postseason aspirations.