The Mets, according to Severino, could do something similar. “If we get to the playoffs, God knows what could happen,” Severino said. Given what’s on the line, the prospect of facing the Phillies at Citizens Bank Park with the Mets trying to secure a playoff spot in the final two-plus weeks of the season might seem pressure filled.

The longest Mets winning streak since 2018 came to an end Sunday, but Luis Severino’s resurgence did not. The right-hander was superb again in a 3-1 loss to the Reds, as Severino gave up one run over 6 ²/₃ innings.

In advance of his next big start, Severino explains how he comes up with a game plan and details his cat-and-mouse game with hitters.