The New York Mets are geared up to square off against the Philadelphia Phillies in a pivotal National League East Division matchup on Tuesday afternoon, looking to even up their four-game series at one apiece.
The Phillies (29-13) have been in formidable form, winning 10 of their last 12 games, and currently lead the division by two games over the Atlanta Braves. On the other hand, the Mets (19-21) have struggled recently, losing three of their last four games and find themselves in fourth place in the NL East.
Philadelphia has had the upper hand in recent matchups against New York, winning four of the last five season series, including a 7-6 record against the Mets last year. The Phillies lead the all-time series 549-519, but the series is tied at 266-266 in games played at New York.
The first pitch from Citi Field in New York is set for 1:10 p.m. ET. According to the latest Phillies vs. Mets, Philadelphia is a –135 favorite on the money line (risk $135 to win $100), while the total number of runs Vegas expects to be scored, or the over-under, is set at 7.5.
Phillies vs. Mets Betting Lines:
- Money Line: Philadelphia -135, New York +114
- Over-Under: 7.5 runs
- Run Line: Philadelphia -1.5 (+126)
Why you should back the Phillies:
Philadelphia is expected to send right-hander Aaron Nola (4-2, 3.67 ERA) to the mound. Nola has been consistent, allowing three or fewer earned runs in six of his eight games this season, and has won four of his last five decisions.
Second baseman Bryson Stott has been in red-hot form, boasting a five-game hitting streak and going 9-for-17 during that stretch. In 37 games this season, he is hitting .277 with four homers, 25 RBI, and 23 runs scored.
Why you should back the Mets:
Right-hander Jose Butto (1-2, 3.00 ERA) will start for New York. He has been solid, allowing four or fewer earned runs in each of his six starts this season.
Right fielder Starling Marte has been a consistent performer for the Mets, hitting .253 with six doubles, four homers, 15 RBI, and 20 runs scored in 36 games this season.
Phillies vs. Mets Picks:
The over on the run total and has identified one side of the money line as having all the value.
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