New York Mets vs. Los Angeles Dodgers 10/13/24 MLB Betting Odds and Best Bets

New York Mets vs. Los Angeles Dodgers 10/13/24 – The National League Championship Series (NLCS) features two of the best teams in Major League Baseball—the New York Mets (89-73) and the Los Angeles Dodgers (98-64) – as the playoffs move into higher gears. The season finally brings her exhilarating opening game on Sunday at Dodger Stadium, and this game should be one of the treats for baseball lovers. This game is the precursor to the battle for the World Series. While making MLB postseason betting predictions, this division series game will likely be the most critical, especially to fans and bettors.

New York Mets vs. Los Angeles Dodgers 10/13/24

New York Mets vs. Los Angeles Dodgers 10/13/24

Team	RL	TOTAL	ML
Mets	+1.5 (-160)	8 over (-120)	+140
Dodgers	-1.5 (+140)	8 under (+100)	-155

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— x – New York Mets (@Mets) October 12, 2024

The current betting odds highlight the Dodgers as favorites with a moneyline of -155 and a spread of -1.5 (+140), reflecting their robust regular-season performance and home-field advantage. Conversely, the Mets, while underdogs, are not far behind, particularly with their spirited recent showings. The over/under at 8 runs points to expectations of a moderately high-scoring game, likely influenced by both teams’ offensive capabilities and pitching strengths.

Kodai Senga (1-0, 3.38 ERA) vs. Jack Flaherty (6-2, 3.58 ERA)

The matchup on the mound has Kodai Senga in the pitching service of the Mets, who has posted a short but flashy record of 3.38 ERA and a brilliant 0.56 WHIP in 5.1 innings so far this season. Senga’s contributions in New York are already apparent as he has nine strikeouts as well. Controlling his walk and hits allowed per inning pitched will be vital concerning the Dodgers’ potent offense.

Flaherty Jack will go in the mound for the Dodgers who boasts a record of 6-2 and an earned run average of 3.58 during the season. Flaherty has been steady throughout his 55.1 innings with 61 strikeouts and 19 walks. His composure and clutch performance will be important in the case of Los Angeles as they face a long New York batting order who will make the most of every mistake in pitching.

Analyzing the Mets’ Arsenal

The New York Mets have shown resilience and strategic depth throughout the season, marked by a batting average of .246 and an impressive tally of 768 runs. Their slugging and on-base percentages, .415 and .319 respectively, though not leading the league, indicate a lineup capable of producing crucial hits in tight situations. The Mets’ strength this season has also been their pitching, with a team ERA of 3.96 reflecting their ability to keep games competitive.

Dodgers’ Dominant Display

The Los Angeles Dodgers, on the other hand, have excelled with a .258 batting average and have driven in more runs (842) than most teams in the league. Their slugging percentage stands at a formidable .446, supported by 233 home runs, showcasing their offensive firepower. The Dodgers’ pitching staff complements their hitters with a team ERA of 3.90, slightly better than the Mets, suggesting a slight edge in pitching efficacy.

Trends

New York Mets Betting Trends

The total has gone OVER in 5 of NY Mets’ last 7 games.
NY Mets are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games.
NY Mets are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games against LA Dodgers.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of NY Mets’ last 5 games on the road.
NY Mets are 6-2 SU in their last 8 games when playing on the road against LA Dodgers.

Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Trends

The total has gone OVER in 14 of LA Dodgers’ last 20 games.
LA Dodgers are 8-2 SU in their last 10 games.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of LA Dodgers’ last 6 games against NY Mets.
LA Dodgers are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games at home.
LA Dodgers are 2-6 SU in their last 8 games when playing at home against NY Mets.