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Phillies Favored to Dominate Mets in Three-Game Series Starting Friday

The New York Mets (80-66) are set to face off against the Philadelphia Phillies (88-58) in a three-game series starting on Friday at 6:40 p.m. ET. Jose Quintana will be the starting pitcher for the Mets, with an ERA of 4.09, while the Phillies will have Aaron Nola on the mound with an ERA of 3.46. Philadelphia is the favored team with a betting line of -149, and no movement has been seen in the line leading up to the game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Mets +137 | Phillies -149
• Spread: Mets +1.5 (-157) | Phillies -1.5 (+140)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Philadelphia will win straight-up is 60%.

New York vs Philadelphia Stats

New York Mets

The New York Mets recently won the series against the Toronto Blue Jays, with victories in the first and third games. In a remarkable comeback, the Mets were no-hit for eight innings but managed to score six runs in the ninth inning to secure the win. Currently holding onto the final Wild Card spot, the Mets have a team slash line of .246/.319/.415, ranking 13th, ninth, and 11th in the majors, respectively. In matchups against specific pitchers, key players like Iglesias, Marte, Alonso, and others have shown strong batting averages. Left-hander Jose Quintana will be starting for the Mets, with a record of 8-9 and a 4.09 ERA. The Mets have a team ERA of 3.97, ranking 14th. With a power ranking of 9, the Mets are ranked 9th in offense, averaging 4.73 runs per game, 16th in defense, allowing 4.35 runs per game, and have a season record of 80-66.

Philadelphia Phillies Analysis

The Philadelphia Phillies currently hold the top spot in the NL East, leading the Mets by eight games. They recently completed a three-game sweep of the Tampa Bay Rays at home. Right-hander Aaron Nola, with a record of 12-7 and a 3.41 ERA, will be starting for the Phillies. The team has a solid home record with Nola boasting a 6-3 record and a 2.88 ERA at home. The Phillies have a team ERA of 3.72, ranking sixth in the league. Offensively, the Phillies are one of the top teams in baseball with a slash line of .260/.328/.427, ranking fourth, fourth, and sixth in the majors. Against certain pitchers, several players have strong batting averages. The Phillies have a power ranking of 8 and rank fifth in offense, averaging 4.90 runs per game, and seventh in defense, giving up an average of 4.06 runs per game. Overall, the Phillies have a record of 88-58. In their most recent three matchups, the New York Mets went 1-2 against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Philadelphia Phillies Dominate at Home in Anticipation of Strong Matchup Against New York Mets

The Philadelphia baseball team recently achieved a successful sweep of the Rays, showcasing their strong performance on the field. In contrast, New York's offensive abilities faced challenges against the Blue Jays in recent games. It is anticipated that Nola will perform effectively against the Mets lineup, considering his consistent success when pitching at home. Additionally, historical data indicates that the Phillies have historically performed well against Quintana. Philadelphia holds a remarkable 48-21 record as a home favorite this season, while the Mets have struggled with a 17-20 record as a road underdog. Given Philadelphia's strong performance at home, it is recommended to support the Phillies in this matchup by taking the Phillies ML.

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