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Mets Look to Secure Series Victory Against Diamondbacks in Crucial Matchup

The New York Mets and Arizona Diamondbacks are set to finish a crucial three-game series on Thursday afternoon. The Mets are currently second in the NL East and are fighting for a Wild Card spot, while the Diamondbacks are third in the NL West and have a three-game lead in the Wild Card race. The Mets will have left-handed pitcher David Peterson on the mound, with the Diamondbacks countering with right-handed pitcher Ryne Nelson. The game will start at 3:40 EST at Chase Field. The Diamondbacks are the favorites with a betting line of -112.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Mets +101 | Diamondbacks -112
• Spread: Mets +1.5 (-205) | Diamondbacks -1.5 (+175)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Arizona will win straight-up is 53%.

New York vs Arizona Stats

New York Mets

The New York Mets dominated in Tuesday's game against the DBacks, winning 8-3 behind a 13-hit performance. Their offense has been strong this season, scoring 631 runs in 132 games, ranking fifth in the National League with a .249/.321/.420 slash line. J.D. Martinez had a standout game, going 2-for-4 with two runs scored. The Mets' pitching staff has a 4.12 team ERA and has been performing well, with Peterson posting a 3-0 record and 1.71 ERA in August. The team has a 31-24 record in games where the bullpen has contributed, with Ottavino leading in strikeouts and appearances. In terms of power ranking, the Mets are at 15, with a strong offense averaging 4.78 runs per game and a defense allowing 4.52 points per game. Overall, the Mets are 69-63 this season. Injuries to players such as RHP Paul Blackburn have affected the team, but they continue to show strong performances.

Arizona Diamondbacks Analysis

The Arizona Diamondbacks recently had their six-game winning streak come to an end with a loss to the Mets. Despite this setback, their offense remains strong, ranking second in the National League with a .261 team average and first with a .767 OPS. In their last 11 games, they have scored 71 runs, the third most in the NL in the last 15 days. Outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. continues to be a standout player for the club, hitting his 16th home run of the season in Tuesday's game. On the pitching side, the DBacks have a team ERA of 4.44 over 132 games, the third worst in the NL, but have managed to go 7-4 in their last 11 games. In terms of the bullpen, they have a 4.05 ERA, a 31-23 record, and have converted 33 saves in 56 chances. Joe Mantiply leads the team with 60 appearances this season. In terms of injuries, 2B Ketel Marte is expected to return in early September from a 10-day IL stint. Arizona currently has a power ranking of 1 and ranks first in offense, scoring an average of 5.33 runs per game.

Mets Poised for Victory over Diamondbacks with Strong Pitching Matchup

The New York Mets currently hold a 3-2 advantage over the Arizona Diamondbacks in their first five meetings of the season. New York displayed a strong performance against the DBacks' pitching on Tuesday night, and they will wrap up the series with one of their top starting pitchers, Peterson, taking the mound. Peterson has been particularly impressive in his 15 starts this season, notably allowing only four earned runs in his last three road outings. On the other hand, Nelson has struggled on the road, with a .495 ERA and opponents hitting .284 against him in 10 starts at Chase Field. The Mets have already proven their ability to hit the Diamondbacks pitching in game one, making them a strong contender for another victory. This win would further intensify the Wild Card race. My prediction is a victory for the Mets in this game.

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