Instead of hoping to build off of their achievements last year, some of which can be left up to random chance, the Mets took steps to make sure that they will be a better team entering 2025 than they were entering 2024. This does not guarantee year-over-year growth or a deeper playoff run for the Mets, but the team enacted the correct process. Every now and again, an inspiring one-off will win a ring while on a Cinderella run. Far more often, however, teams that utilize strong practices, implement good processes and make the playoffs routinely win championships.
Since 2015, only three teams have made the playoffs at least eight times: the New York Yankees, Houston Astros and Dodgers. The Yankees are the only club among that group not to win a ring, let alone two, and only have one pennant to show for their work.