On this date 2 years ago, following a 9-8 loss to the Nationals, Willie Randolph uttered one of the most unforgettable quotes in Mets history:

This feels very normal to me, the way a playoff race should be.  When we sip the champagne later on, it'll be even sweeter.

I'm not one to believe in curses but in this case I'll make an exception.  It's all your fault Willie.