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Mets vs Braves Preview: New York Set to Dominate Atlanta with Promising Pitcher Peterson

The New York Mets and the Atlanta Braves will face off in a three-game series starting on Tuesday after having Monday off. The Mets (45-27) are coming off a sweep at home by the Rays, while the Braves (31-39) took two of three at home against the Rockies. David Peterson (2.49 ERA) will start for the Mets, while Spencer Schwellenbach (3.11 ERA) will take the mound for the Braves. The game will be televised on MLB Network at 7:15 EST. The Braves are the betting favorite at -130. Stay tuned for our Mets vs. Braves prediction and more winning insights.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Mets +118 | Braves -130
• Spread: Mets +1.5 (-196) | Braves -1.5 (+162)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Atlanta will win straight-up is 57%.

New York vs Atlanta Stats

New York Mets

The New York Mets recently suffered a surprising sweep at the hands of the Rays, but still lead the NL East, albeit with a diminishing 2.5-game lead over the Phillies. They have an opportunity to rebuild their lead against the Atlanta Braves, who are 13 games behind in the division. In their last loss to the Rays, left fielder Brandon Nimmo had one of the team's five hits. Nimmo has 13 home runs this season and is batting .244 with 34 RBIs. Pete Alonso is the team's top power hitter with 17 home runs and 63 RBIs, leading the team in both categories. Francisco Lindor has 14 home runs and 38 RBIs with a .279 batting average. David Peterson, a 29-year-old left-handed pitcher, will make his 14th start of the season with a 5-2 record and an ERA of 2.49, coming off a complete game shutout in his last start against the Nationals. The Mets are ranked 7th in offense, 2nd in defense, and have a 45-27 record this season, holding a power ranking of 4.

Atlanta Braves Analysis

The Atlanta Braves are currently locked in a battle with the Washington Nationals for the third spot in the NL East, with the Mets and Phillies leading the pack. Despite being 13 games behind the Mets, the Braves continue to compete and are relying on key players like Marcel Ozuna, Matt Olson, and Austin Riley. Spencer Schwellenbach has been consistent on the mound, with a 5-4 record and a 3.11 ERA. The Braves have a power ranking of 15 and are ranked 19th in offense, scoring an average of 4.19 runs per game. In their last three matchups, the Braves went 1-2 against the New York Mets.

Mets Set to Dominate Braves on the Road with Promising Pitcher Peterson

This game presents a favorable opportunity to support the Mets while they are on the road, as statistical averages are likely to regress to the mean. Despite a recent string of unexpected losses to the Rays, the Mets possess a talented lineup and have maintained a division-leading position throughout the season. Left-handed pitcher Peterson, who boasts an impressive 2.49 ERA, will take the mound for New York. Of particular note is Peterson's ability to limit home runs, having only allowed four in 79 innings pitched this season. This suggests that power hitters such as Olson and Ozuna may struggle to hit the long ball, potentially hindering the Braves' ability to score runs while away from home. Following a lopsided defeat against the Rockies, who currently hold the lowest ranking in the league, the Braves appear vulnerable. Therefore, it is recommended to consider the Mets as the likely victors in Tuesday night's matchup.

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