Now that we are near the middle of June, division races throughout Major League Baseball are going to get even tighter. There should be some great battles that take place this summer, including the race in the NL East Division.
The New York Mets are in Atlanta this week, and they have lost the first two games of this series. Atlanta will try to complete the three-game sweep on Thursday night in what should be a great pitching matchup.
Here is a look at some information that will help you make Mets vs Braves predictions on Thursday night.
New York Mets vs. Atlanta Braves Odds
If you are going to make Mets vs Braves predictions for the series finale, then looking at the MLB odds is going to be important.
The Braves are pretty significant moneyline betting favorites in this game, as those odds are set at -170.
There are many other forms of MLB picks that can be made as well, including betting the total number of runs. That line is currently set at 8.5 total runs, which is lower than what you might typically see in a game.
New York Mets vs. Atlanta Braves Information
New York Mets vs Atlanta Braves
Location of the game: Truist Park, Atlanta, GA.
Date & Time: Thursday, June 8. 7:20 PM EST.
How to watch: MLB Network
New York Mets vs. Atlanta Braves Betting Preview
It’s always a big deal when the Mets and Braves meet up on the MLB schedule, but it’s been better for Atlanta this time around. The MLB stats for the Braves are much better than the Mets in nearly every category, and that’s why this team has built up a big lead.
Pete Alonso is having a big season for the Mets as he leads the team with 22 home runs and 49 RBIs. There are some holes in this Mets lineup, though, and the offense can’t keep up with the lack of pitching that is happening.
Looking at MLB stats, Atlanta comes into this game hitting .261 as a team, and they have also belted 100 home runs. Matt Olson is the likely leader for MVP Award at this time with 17 home runs, and Ronald Acuna Jr is setting the tone with a .331 batting average.
New York has to find a way to beat Atlanta if they want to get back in this race, but that’s easier said than done.
Starting Pitchers
Justin Verlander
Starting pitching is key for the New York Mets standings, but things haven’t been going well in that department. Justin Verlander is just 2-3 with a 4.25 ERA this season, and he has to find a way to turn things around for this team.
Spencer Strider
Spencer Strider is slated to start the Atlanta Braves game today, and he has turned into one of the best pitchers in baseball. Strider is 6-2 with a sparkling 2.97 ERA, and he just doesn’t give up many runs in any of his starts.
New York Mets vs. Atlanta Braves Picks and Predictions
There are plenty of Mets vs Braves predictions that can be made for this game, but looking at the over/under and moneyline is going to be the way to go. Since these teams tend to be so competitive, it’s not going to be wise to look at the run line.
Over/Under: Both of these MLB teams can really score, but not when they are facing the quality of pitchers like what will be on the mound in this game. Verlander and Strider are both going to pitch well and taking the under 8.5 total runs is the way to go in this game.
Moneyline: The MLB standings have the Braves on top of the division for a reason, as they are clearly the better overall team. Justin Verlander will keep the Mets in this game for a while, but taking the Braves at -170 is the best way to go.
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