Houston Astros vs. New York Mets: Preview, Predictions and Picks for June 29, 2024

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Jun 29, 2024 6:14 AM
On Saturday, June 29, 2024, at 4:10 PM, the Houston Astros travel to Citi Field to face the New York Mets, looking to even the series after dropping the opener. The Mets, led by their 21-23 home record, aim to capitalize on their home-field advantage, while the Astros hope to turn around their 16-22 road record. With both teams hovering around the .500 mark, this matchup promises to be a closely contested battle.
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Astros vs Mets starting pitchers

Astros vs Mets statistics

Stat Astros Mets
Hits 721 (2nd) 674 (13th)
Batting Average .263 (1st) .250 (8th)
Runs Batted In 351 (13th) 359 (11th)
Runs 367 (13th) 375 (10th)
Home Runs 94 (7th) 97 (Tied-4th)
Walks 219 (28th) 250 (Tied-16th)
Stolen Bases 57 (Tied-13th) 56 (15th)
Strikeouts 541 (30th) 616 (24th)
Pitches 11032 (29th) 11584 (20th)

New York Mets recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/28/24 vs Houston Astros W 7-2
6/26/24 vs New York Yankees W 12-2
6/25/24 vs New York Yankees W 9-7
6/23/24 @ Chicago Cubs W 5-2
6/22/24 @ Chicago Cubs L 8-1

Houston Astros recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/28/24 @ New York Mets L 7-2
6/26/24 vs Colorado Rockies W 7-1
6/25/24 vs Colorado Rockies W 5-2
6/23/24 vs Baltimore Orioles W 8-1
6/22/24 vs Baltimore Orioles W 5-1

Astros vs Mets predictions

Starting with the Houston Astros, we've got some key players who could make a significant impact in this upcoming match against the Mets. Jose Altuve, always a reliable performer, is likely to continue his streak of consistent hitting. He's been on fire with a batting average of .304 this season, so expect some solid at-bats from him. On the power-hitting end, Yordan Alvarez, despite a heavier strikeout rate, has shown he can deliver crucial RBIs and home runs when needed. Given his recent form and eagerness to boost those RBI numbers, he might just be the game-changer in the lineup. Finally, keep an eye on Alex Bregman, whose ability to get on base could prove pivotal.

Shifting focus to the New York Mets, they've got their own lineup of stars ready to shine. Pete Alonso is the one to watch here, especially considering his ability to drive in runs with 17 homers to his name so far. Alonso’s knack for clutch hitting might just turn the tides in favor of the Mets if he gets the right pitch to swing at. Then there's Brandon Nimmo, who's not just a threat at the plate but also a critical component in the outfield. His on-base skills and speed could set up key scoring opportunities. Moreover, Francisco Lindor’s all-around skills in both defense and at-bat means he could ignite some crucial plays that swing the momentum.

Considering both teams' recent performances and key player potential, predicting a winner is tricky, but the Mets might have a slight edge. Even though the Astros pack a hefty punch with their high-ranking hitters and solid batting stats, the Mets’ combination of strategic hitting and a slightly more favorable home record hints they could take this one, especially with the crowd at Citi Field backing them up. It'll likely be a close contest, but I'm leaning towards a Mets win thanks to their ability to capitalize on home advantage and their top players possibly having slight edges in crucial moments.

New York Mets injuries

Houston Astros injuries

  • Rhett Kouba (SP): Day-To-Day
  • Jairo Solis (SP): Day-To-Day
  • Jayden Murray (SP): Day-To-Day
  • Kyle Tucker (RF): 10-Day-IL
  • Justin Verlander (SP): 15-Day-IL

Astros vs Mets game info

Venue Citi Field
Location Queens, New York
First pitch Sat 4:10 PM
Temperature 80°
Chance of Rain 0%

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