{July 4th 7:45 AM MLB Game - Washington vs New York Mets}
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Washington
Mitchell Parker (5 wins, 4 losses, 3.32 ERA) is aiming for his 6th win of the season. On the 29th, Parker suffered a loss with 2 runs in 5 innings in an away game against Tampa Bay, showing some deterioration in his recent away pitching performances. As a very strong pitcher at home this season with 3 wins and a 2.27 ERA, he should leverage this strength. Washington’s batting lineup, which only managed to score 2 runs against Manaea in the previous game, is struggling severely against the opponent's starting pitchers in this series. Particularly critical was the scoreless performance in the tiebreak of the second game, unlike the first. The bullpen, which allowed 6 runs in 4.1 innings including a blown save, had to quickly part ways with Hunter Harvey, who ruined the game for two consecutive days.
New York Mets
Christian Scott (2 losses, 3.90 ERA) will make his return to the major leagues. Scott, who pitched 5 innings and allowed 2 runs in a home game against Arizona on May 31 before being sent down to AAA, has shown the ability to last 5 innings in the majors. As he performs better in night games, there's enough room to expect a QS in this away game as well. The Mets' batting lineup, which was held back by Hudson's pitching in the previous game but rallied to score 7 runs including 2 home runs against Washington’s bullpen, shows formidable late-game focus in this series. Brandon Nimmo, who hit a crucial game-tying RBI in the top of the 8th inning, is fulfilling his role reliably. It's advantageous that only one pitcher, Nuñez, pitched consecutively over 3 innings allowing just 1 hit with no runs, becoming a strong point for the remaining series.
Comment
In this series, Washington’s batting lineup has not escaped its overall slump. It doesn’t seem easy to target Scott in this game either. Considering Hudson's pitching the previous day, there is plenty of hope for Mitchell Parker, but the difference in bullpen performance between the two teams will determine the outcome. The stronger New York Mets are closer to victory.
Recommended Betting
[[Win/Lose]]: New York Mets Win
[[Handicap]]: -1.5 New York Mets Win
[[U/O]]: Under 8.5 ▼