The Mets are once again playing important games

A funny thing happened Wednesday night in Arlington, Texas. For the first time in 619 days the New York Mets played what could be termed an “important” game. What's even funnier is that nobody really noticed that before it happened, or while it was happening. And even when they surrendered a 5-3 game to the Texas Rangers, snapping a seven-game winning streak, there wasn't much wringing of hands or pounding of fists. It's the middle of June, after all, not the start of October. 4 New York Mets left fielder Brandon Nimmo doubles during the fourth inning against the Texas Rangers. Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports Nothing of true import happens in June. Except, just as the Mets seized a 3-1 lead in