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Mets vs. Cardinals: Rivals Clash in Final Game of Series with Mets Seeking 10th Straight Win

The final game of a three-game series between rivals in the Gateway City is set to take place on Sunday afternoon. The Mets, who have won nine straight games in the series, will be looking to continue their dominance. However, the Cardinals will be looking to salvage the finale of the set. The previous day's game was rained out and will be made up as part of a doubleheader on Sunday. None None will be the starting pitcher for the Mets, while Andre Pallante will be starting for the Cardinals. The Mets are the betting favorite opening at -125 with the line remaining unchanged. Stay tuned for our Mets vs. Cardinals prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Mets -125 | Cardinals +113
• Spread: Mets -1.5 (+128) | Cardinals +1.5 (-154)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 56%.

New York vs St. Louis Stats

New York Mets

The New York Mets secured their ninth consecutive victory over the Cardinals in an impressive 17-hit performance, snapping a two-game losing streak. With a record of 22-11, they currently hold a 3.5-game lead over the Phillies in the NL East. Francisco Alvarez and Brandn Nimmo each contributed three hits in the game, with Nimmo and Pete Alonso hitting home runs. Clay Holmes earned the win after pitching six innings. Blade Tidwell, making his major league debut, will be starting for the Mets in the upcoming game against the Cardinals. New York ranks 10th in offense, 2nd in defense, and has a power ranking of 2.

St. Louis Cardinals Analysis

The St. Louis Cardinals suffered a loss in the opening game of their series, marking their second straight and fourth in the last six games. They currently hold a record of 14-19 and are ranked 11th for offense, scoring an average of 4.59 runs per game. In their last matchup against the New York Mets, Masyn Winn and Willson Contreras were notable contributors, despite ultimately falling short. Sonny Gray struggled on the mound, taking the loss after allowing six runs on nine hits. Andre Pallante is set to make his seventh start of the season, looking to improve upon his recent performances. The Cardinals have a power ranking of 18 and are ranked 20th for defense, giving up an average of 4.53 runs per game. The Mets have gone 0-3 in their last three matchups against St. Louis.

Mets' Tidwell Makes Debut Start Against Cardinals: Can He Handle the Pressure?

The upcoming game presents an intriguing opportunity as the Mets entrust Tidwell with his debut start in the major leagues. It remains to be seen if his talent will shine through at this level of competition or if he will succumb to pressure easily. Pallante, on the other hand, has faced some challenges in recent outings and must regain his form to support a Cardinals team that cannot afford missteps. The bullpen has been working tirelessly, handling a heavy workload in recent matches and coping with a demanding schedule. While St. Louis has performed better at home, the Mets have had the upper hand in their recent encounters. Despite potential struggles from Tidwell, it is advisable to support New York in this game as their strong batting lineup can secure the victory.

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