The New York Yankees and New York Mets will meet for the first game of a two-game set Tuesday in Citi Field in what should be a fun game for the MLB standings.
For the Yankees, they are starting to hit a bit of a lull after their blistering start. The Yankees have the best record in baseball at 66-31 but have gone 5-5 after their past ten games.
NL East Race
The New York Mets don’t have quite the breathing room for too many stretches where they aren’t pushing forward. In the NL East race, the Mets only have a two-game lead over the hard-charging Atlanta Braves.
Holding off the World Series champion Braves looks like it is going to be a season-long process for New York. Anyone making MLB picks today can expect the atmosphere for this game to be intense.
New York Yankees vs. New York Mets
Yankees vs. Mets Odds
MLB odds have the Mets are -115 favorites to win. The Yankees are -103. This game has been set at eight runs. New York being -115 means to win $100 on the Mets, a bettor would have to wager $115.
Yankees vs. Mets Betting Preview
Jordan Montgomery Analysis
Jordan Montgomery has been a steady southpaw starter for the New York Yankees this season. Montgomery is 3-2 on the season with a 3.24 ERA on the season. He has struck out 88 batters in 108.1 innings of work.
Montgomery has allowed 13 home runs and issued 20 walks. Things hadn’t gone great for the Yankees when Montgomery started in July.
Yankees’ Losing Streak
In Montgomery’s four starts, the Yankees have lost all four games, including two extra-innings losses to the Boston Red Sox.
Anyone looking at Yankees vs. Mets odds will see, despite the losses, Montgomery has pitched well this month, recording a 3.23 ERA and striking out 24 batters in 23 innings pitched.
Taijuan Walker Analysis
Anyone making MLB picks against the spread would like to see New York Mets pitcher Taijuan Walker on the mound.
Walker has allowed two or fewer earned runs in seven of his past nine starts. Walker’s excellence has allowed the Mets to stay in every game.
On the season, Walker has compiled a 7-2 record and has a 2.55 ERA. He has also recorded 73 strikeouts on the season.
While Walker hasn’t seen the Yankees this season, he did have an opportunity to pitch against Houston, which is another top American League team. Walker threw 7.1 scoreless innings in a 2-0 loss to the Astros on June 29 at home.
Yankees vs. Mets Picks and Predictions
MLB Total Bet for Today
MLB odds today have a low total despite the offensive prowess of both sides. What makes these two teams among the top contenders for the World Series is how well-rounded they are. Walker hasn’t been roughed up by too many teams this season.
Montgomery also pitched well in July despite New York’s ability to provide him with winning decisions. With both teams featuring strong starting pitchers, there is a chance the offensive fireworks could be limited.
Especially in a rivalry game, this game is tense and will have a strong chance of going under the total.
MLB Moneyline Bet for Today
The Yankees may have hit a bit of a lull in their season. With all of the other teams in the AL East at least 12.5 games behind the Bronx Bombers, there is a chance they may be willing to coast through part of the rest of the regular season.
However, opening up what should be a hotly contested two-game set with the rival Mets may provide a spark. The Mets will also have a similar motivation to stick it to their more accomplished historic rivals.
When the Mets added superstar pitchers and other former All-Stars in the offseason, they did it with the hopes of being able to compete for the World Series.
Being able to ride Walker to a win in the series opener will provide the Mets with a start.
MLB Pick: +1.5 (1.61)
If you love sports and want more sports betting information follow us as @InsidersBetDig on Twitter and sign up to our mailing list for free betting picks.