There were injuries, losing streaks and a mangled managerial firing along the way, but the Mets now look like the NL East favorite they were expected to be coming out of spring training.

Winners of nine in a row going into the All-Star break, the second-place Amazin’s are a half-game behind the Phillies and appear poised for a postseason run in the second half.

Thanks to the late charge, the team as a whole gets a B-minus.

CLICK HERE TO SEE THE REPORT CARD

Amazins Carry 9-Game Streak to Cincy

So Close to First, So Far From Finish

Wright Almost Pitched In

MORE: Complete Mets Coverage

MORE: Mets Blog