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Braves vs Mets Prediction: New York Mets Seek Redemption in Series Showdown

In the ongoing four-game series between the Atlanta Braves and the New York Mets, the Braves emerged victorious in the opening game with a 3-2 win on Monday night. As we look ahead to the third game on Wednesday night, our Braves vs. Mets prediction sees Didier Fuentes (ERA: 7.2) as the starting pitcher for Atlanta while Clay Holmes (ERA: 3.04) will take the mound for New York. The Mets are the favored team with a -146 opening line that has remained unchanged. Stay tuned for updates on the series and more from MLB cappers.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Braves +131 | Mets -146
• Spread: Braves +1.5 (-160) | Mets -1.5 (+135)
• Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 59%.

Atlanta vs New York Stats

Atlanta Braves

The Atlanta Braves won their eighth game in 11, defeating the New York Mets in the opening game of the series on Monday night. Despite being third in the NL East with a record of 36-41, Atlanta is 10.5 games behind the division-leading Phillies. Ronald Acuna Jr., Matt Olson, and Austin Riley each contributed to the Braves' offense with multiple hits in the game, while Spencer Schwellenbach earned the win on the mound. Didier Fuentes will make his second career major league start for the Braves in place of Chris Sale, who is on the IL with a ribcage fracture. Fuentes is 0-1 with a 7.20 ERA, and he will face the Mets for the first time in his career. The Braves are currently ranked 20th in offense, 8th in defense, and have a power ranking of 8.

New York Mets Analysis

The New York Mets suffered a loss in the opening game of their series, marking their ninth defeat in the last 10 games. Despite their recent struggles, the Mets maintain a strong position in the NL East, standing second with a record of 46-33, just 1.5 games behind the Phillies. In the game against Atlanta, New York managed to muster just six hits, with Francisco Lindor and Brett Baty contributing two each. However, the team's middle hitters struggled, going 0 for 18 with five strikeouts. Juan Soto homered for the Mets in the losing effort. Pitcher Clay Holmes, who holds a 7-4 record with a 3.04 ERA, will take the mound for the Mets in the upcoming contest. The Mets, ranked 24th in power rankings, excel defensively, giving up an average of 3.67 points per game. Atlanta has lost all three of their recent matchups against New York.

New York Mets Look to Rebound Behind Strong Pitching Against Phillies

The New York Mets have faced a challenging period recently, suffering nine losses in their last ten games and slipping from a 5.5 game lead in the NL East to a 1.5 game deficit behind the Phillies. Despite this downturn, the Mets have the advantage in pitching with Holmes proving his reliability as a starter this season. In contrast, Fuentes, who is stepping in due to injury, is relatively inexperienced with zero wins at any professional level and was previously challenged in his debut start. This presents an opportunity for the Mets' lineup to regain their form and take advantage of the pitching matchup. In light of these factors, New York holds the upper hand in this upcoming game.

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