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New York Mets Aim to Extend Winning Streak Against Washington Nationals

The Washington Nationals will host the New York Mets in the upcoming home series, starting with a game on Sunday evening at 6:45 PM Eastern. The Mets have a strong recent record against the Nationals, winning four out of their last five matchups. David Peterson, with an ERA of 3.67, will take the mound for the Mets, while MacKenzie Gore, with an ERA of 3.92, will start for the Nationals. New York is currently favored in betting odds, opening at -114 and holding at -110. Let's see how this exciting matchup unfolds.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Mets -110 | Nationals -102
• Spread: Mets -1.5 (+147) | Nationals +1.5 (-167)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 52%.

New York vs Washington Stats

New York Mets

In summary, the New York Mets were unable to take the series against the Astros, dropping game three in a 5-10 final. Brandon Nimmo led the offense with three hits and a home run, while Luis Severino started and allowed four runs over seven innings. Left-handed pitcher David Peterson is set to start game one, boasting a 3-0 record and a 3.67 ERA. Despite struggling with control, Peterson had a strong June and aims to continue his success. The Mets enter the game averaging 4.85 runs per game, ranking 6th in offense. They have shown improvement in hitting on the road but will need to maintain consistency in July. With a power ranking of 2, the Mets are 40-41 this season, sitting in the top half of the league in various offensive categories.

Washington Nationals Analysis

The Washington Nationals suffered a 0-5 loss to Tampa on Sunday, with CJ Abrams maintaining a solid batting average. Patrick Corbin allowed four runs over six innings. LHP Mackenzie Gore will start the upcoming game, looking to improve his recent performance. Washington's offense has struggled, but they have shown positive trends in hitting lately. The Nationals have a power ranking of 8 and are #19 for offense, #13 for defense, and have a 39-44 overall record. New York has struggled in recent matchups against Washington.

New York Mets Look to Continue Dominance Over Washington Nationals in July

The New York Mets have been performing well recently and aim to maintain their strong offensive momentum into the month of July. They have demonstrated dominance over the Washington Nationals, winning seven out of their last ten matchups. Pitcher Gore has struggled this season, with a batting average against him exceeding .300 in multiple instances. While Washington has shown improvement in their batting performance, they still lack consistent power hitting capabilities. It is anticipated that Peterson will establish control early in the game, given his success in winning four out of his last five outings. Considering these factors, it appears favorable to consider betting on New York to win.

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