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Mets Look to Extend Winning Streak Against Nationals in Three-Game Series

In this article, the Mets face off against the Nationals in a three-game series in the nation's capital. Both teams are coming off recent games, with the Mets sweeping Philadelphia and the Nationals missing a sweep against Baltimore. The starting pitchers for this game are Clay Holmes for the Mets and Brad Lord for the Nationals. Despite New York being the betting favorite, the line has not moved from -170. Stay tuned for the Mets vs. Nationals prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Mets -170 | Nationals +154
• Spread: Mets -1.5 (-125) | Nationals +1.5 (+104)
• Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 63%.

New York vs Washington Stats

New York Mets

The New York Mets extended their winning streak to seven games by overcoming the Philadelphia Phillies in extra innings on Wednesday, completing a sweep. With a record of 18-7 so far this season, they hold a five-game lead over the Phillies in the NL East race. Key moments in the game included Francisco Lindor scoring a run and Brett Baty hitting his first home run. Starling Marte delivered the game-winning RBI single in the 10th inning. Despite going 2 for 9 with runners in scoring position and leaving 10 men on base, the Mets secured the victory. David Peterson pitched 5.1 innings, allowing two runs, while Max Kranick earned the win in relief. Clay Holmes will be taking the mound in the upcoming game, boasting a 2-1 record with a 3.16 ERA. The Mets rank 18th in offense, scoring an average of 4.20 runs per game, but are strong defensively, allowing an average of 2.76 runs per game.

Washington Nationals Analysis

The Washington Nationals had a tough loss against Baltimore, with only five hits and one run scored. Pitching was solid but they struggled with runners in scoring position. Brad Lord will be starting the next game with a 0-2 record and a 4.73 ERA. The Nationals are currently 11-14 and rank 17th in power rankings, with the offense rated at #16 and defense at #26. They have a 0-3 record against New York in their last three matchups.

New York Mets ride momentum into matchup against struggling Washington Nationals

The New York Mets entered Friday night's game with momentum, having won seven consecutive games. Pitcher Holmes has made a successful transition from closer to starter, contributing to the team's success. The Mets have had a strong start to the season with an explosive lineup. The return of Jeff McNeil and Francisco Alvarez will further strengthen their offensive capabilities. In contrast, Washington may rely heavily on their bullpen, as their starting pitcher Lord has struggled to pitch deep into games this season. This situation plays into the Mets' favor, as they are positioned to secure a victory using their powerful lineup to outscore their opponent.

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