New York Mets vs
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Mets Look to Secure Victory Against Dodgers as Series Concludes

The New York Mets and Los Angeles Dodgers will conclude their four-game series in the National League on Thursday. The Mets won the first game of the series, with the Dodgers taking the second game in extra innings. The third game was scheduled for Wednesday. David Peterson will be starting for the Mets with a 2.69 ERA, while Landon Knack will be starting for the Dodgers with a 4.58 ERA. The game is set for 4:10 EST with Los Angeles being the betting favorite.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Mets +115 | Dodgers -128
• Spread: Mets +1.5 (-171) | Dodgers -1.5 (+150)
• Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 56%.

New York vs Los Angeles Stats

New York Mets

The NL East Title is currently being fought for between the New York Mets and the Philadelphia Phillies, with the Mets holding a half-game lead. The Mets recently split two exciting games with the Phillies, with standout performances from Juan Soto and Pete Alonso. Despite a tough loss on Tuesday, Soto has shown potential with 11 home runs and 30 RBIs. Alonso leads the team with 48 RBIs and a .286 batting average. Left fielder Brandon Nimmo also contributed with an RBI on Tuesday. Pitcher David Peterson has a 4-2 record with a 2.69 ERA and has been performing well in his recent starts. The Mets are ranked 13th in offense, #1 in defense, and have a record of 38-23 this season.

Los Angeles Dodgers Analysis

The Los Angeles Dodgers recently hosted both New York teams, winning two out of three games against the Yankees and splitting the first two games against the Mets. They currently hold a narrow one-game lead over the Padres in the NL West and are four games ahead of the Giants. Freddie Freeman, the Dodgers' 35-year-old first baseman, hit the game-winning double in Tuesday's game against the Mets. He is second in the MLB with a .369 batting average. Shohei Ohtani, tied for the league lead in home runs with 23, plays DH for the Dodgers and has 39 RBIs and a .288 batting average. Andy Pages, a 24-year-old outfielder, has been impressive with 11 home runs and 38 RBIs. Landon Knack will make his 7th start of the season, with a 3-2 record and a 4.58 ERA. The Dodgers have a power ranking of 4 and are ranked #2 for offense, averaging 5.77 runs per game. New York went 1-2 in their last three matchups against Los Angeles.

Mets Poised for Victory in Los Angeles with David Peterson on the Mound

The New York Mets are poised to secure a victory in Los Angeles on Thursday with David Peterson on the mound. Peterson displayed his pitching prowess earlier in the season against the Dodgers, allowing only two runs over 7.2 innings in a game that the Mets ultimately won 5-2. With a strong ERA of 2.69, Peterson has consistently held his opponents to minimal earned runs in his last seven starts. In contrast, Los Angeles starter Landon Knack has struggled in recent games, giving up four earned runs to the Diamondbacks and five to the Athletics in losses. Knack also faced the Mets, surrendering three runs in a defeat. The Dodgers rely on home runs, but Peterson has only allowed two in his last fifty-plus innings pitched. Considering these factors, the Mets are favored to emerge victorious. Be sure to bet on the Mets to secure the win.

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