New York Mets vs. Philadelphia Phillies 10/5/24 MLB Picks and Top Bets

New York Mets vs. Philadelphia Phillies 10/5/24 – With the MLB playoffs underway, there is a conclusion already lineup between mighty teams the New York Mets, with a record of 89-73, and their opponents, the Philadelphia Phillies, who are 95-67 in Game 1 of the NLDS scheduled later today. There will also be some action, strategy, and heat since the rivalry and importance of the game are apparent. Scheduled for this Saturday in the buzzing atmosphere of Citizen Bank Park, this game is not one for a casual baseball viewer seeking outstanding competition and some betting tips with their latest baseball predictions.

New York Mets vs. Philadelphia Phillies 10/5/24

New York Mets vs. Philadelphia Phillies 10/5/24

Team	RL	TOTAL	ML
Mets	+1.5 (-139)	7.5 over -102)	+159
Phillies	-1.5 (+113)	7.5 under (-125)	-189

ON TO THE NEXT ONE! #MetsWin #LGM pic.twitter.com/TcQYeLLQxq

— x – New York Mets (@Mets) October 4, 2024

The odds suggest a tilt towards the Phillies as favorites, underscored by their robust home record and the Mets’ struggles on the road against Philadelphia. The spread and moneyline reflect a belief in Philadelphia’s ability to cover, while the over/under total is pegged cautiously, hinting at a potentially tight, low-scoring game.

David Peterson (10-3, 2.9 ERA) vs. Zack Wheeler (16-7, 2.57 ERA)

Stepping up on the mound is David Peterson of the Mets, whose remarkable 10-3 record and a fairly decent 2.9 ERA do not disappoint. With a combination of his 101 strikeouts in 121 innings and a healthy season WHIP of 1.29, one can easily attest that Peterson knows how to handle pressure. Nevertheless, the fact that he sometimes gives up walks could be dangerous against a patient Philadelphia team that usually makes good use of such chances.

On the other hand, Zack Wheeler leads the Phillies pitching department with 16 wins and 7 losses with an ERA of 2.57. Wheeler has been outstanding, accumulating 224 strikeouts with a low WHIP of 0.96 over 200 innings, which is phenomenal as it speaks of his control of the zone. However, he has had some high home run counts, as evidenced by the 20 he has permitted this season; the Mets would try to take advantage of this.

The Power Surge: Mets’ Offensive Tactics

The Mets, though trailing slightly behind the Phillies in batting average and slugging, have shown their power with 207 home runs, a testament to their ability to change the game with one swing. Their on-base percentage (.319) and slugging (.415) will be crucial against Wheeler, who rarely yields walks and capitalizes on striking out aggressive hitters.

Precision and Power: Phillies at the Plate

Philadelphia’s offense boasts a higher batting average (.257), runs scored (784), and a superior slugging percentage (.425). Their balanced approach, fewer strikeouts, and fewer walks conceded reflect a disciplined batting unit ready to capitalize on any pitching errors, making them formidable in maintaining pressure throughout the game.

Trends

New York Mets Betting Trends

NY Mets are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games.
Mets are 3-8 SU in their last 11 games when playing on the road against Philadelphia.
NY Mets are 7-3 SU in their last 10 games against an opponent in the National League East Division division.
The total has gone OVER in 7 of NY Mets’ last 9 games played in October.
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of NY Mets’ last 9 games played on a Saturday when on the road.

Philadelphia Phillies Betting Trends

The total has gone OVER in 5 of Philadelphia’s last 5 games.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Philadelphia’s last 7 games against NY Mets.
Philadelphia are 9-2 SU in their last 11 games at home.
Philadelphia are 8-3 SU in their last 11 games when playing at home against NY Mets.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Philadelphia’s last 6 games against an opponent in the National League.