New York Mets vs
Minnesota TwinsPredictions & Preview

New York Mets Seek Series Win Against Struggling Minnesota Twins in Interleague Showdown

The New York Mets, with a record of 11-5, will be looking to secure a series win against the struggling Minnesota Twins (5-12) in the final game of their three-game interleague series at Target Field on Wednesday afternoon. Griffin Canning, with a 1-1 record and a 4.20 ERA, will be taking the mound for the Mets, while David Festa, who has yet to allow a run in his appearances this season, will be starting for the Twins. New York has a strong history against Minnesota, with a 7-3 record in their last 10 matchups. The Mets are currently favored in the betting line, opening at -108, with the current line leaning towards Minnesota at -118. Please note that this preview was written before Tuesday's game was played.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Mets +106 | Twins -118
• Spread: Mets +1.5 (-195) | Twins -1.5 (+155)
• Total: Over/Under 8.25 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 51%.

New York vs Minnesota Stats

New York Mets

The New York Mets have been performing well, winning their last four series since their split with Houston. They currently hold the lead in their latest series and aim to secure their fifth consecutive series win in their upcoming game on Wednesday. While their offensive statistics, such as batting average and on-base percentage, are not among the top in the league, they have been able to average 4.13 runs per game. On the defensive side, the Mets are excelling, giving up a league-leading 2.19 runs per game with opponents batting .211 against them. Pete Alonso leads the team with a .345 batting average and 19 RBI, while Brandon Nimmo leads in home runs with four. New York's pitcher, Canning, has struggled in his recent outings but the team's overall performance has resulted in a strong 11-6 record this season. Jose Siri's availability for the upcoming game is uncertain. The Mets currently rank 15th in offense and 2nd in defense, with a power ranking of 8.

Minnesota Twins Analysis

The Minnesota Twins have been struggling this season, losing their last three series. They are currently ranked 28th in power rankings and their offense ranks 24th in the league, averaging 3.44 runs per game with a .203 batting average. Their pitching has been slightly better, giving up 4.25 runs per game, ranking 15th in the league. They have a 6-12 overall record and will try to avoid losing their fourth straight series when they play on Wednesday. In their last matchup, New York won two out of three games against Minnesota.

Minnesota Twins Favored to Win Against New York Mets Based on Pitching Matchup

The Minnesota Twins have lost three of their last four games, while the New York Mets have won four of their last six road games. Despite their recent struggles, the Twins hold an advantage in this matchup due to their strong performance against right-handed pitchers. Furthermore, the Mets' pitcher Canning has had difficulties on the road, conceding six runs in two away games. In contrast, the Twins have had success against Canning, scoring 14 runs in two previous encounters. On the offensive side, the Mets have struggled against right-handed pitchers, whereas the Twins' pitcher Festa showed promise in his first start, allowing only one run. Festa also performed well against the Mets in his previous start, giving up just two runs. Taking into account these factors, it is recommended to choose the Minnesota Twins to cover the money line in this game.

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