Mets face lineup struggles and early deficits in 2023 season.

The New York Mets have struggled to perform when behind in games this season, with their hitters taking uncharacteristic approaches that are not working. The team's starting rotation has been plagued by injuries, which has affected the offense's performance. The Mets' lineup prioritizes patience and reaching base, but when behind, they are swinging more often than usual, which is not working. The team's best hitters need to adjust their approaches and take a step back to erase deficits one baserunner at a time.