Mets vs Marlins starting pitchers
- Braxton Garrett for Miami Marlins
- Luis Severino for New York Mets
Mets vs Marlins game preview
In the upcoming MLB face-off, the New York Mets will take on the Miami Marlins, with each team fielding pitchers who've had contrasting seasons so far. The Mets will start with Luis Severino on the mound, boasting an impressive ERA of 3.00 and a decent WHIP of 1.20 through 45 innings of pitching, showing his capability to handle pressure and deliver strikes accurately. In contrast, the Marlins will counter with Braxton Garrett, whose limited innings this season reflect a struggle on the mound with an ERA of 8.44 over just 5.1 innings pitched. This match-up at the mound could set a significant tone for the overall game dynamics.
The New York Mets, despite their middling team batting averages and placement in the lower spectrum in numerous offensive categories, have potential sparks in their lineup. Starling Marte and Pete Alonso have been pivotal figures, Marte with the highest batting average on the team at .255 and Alonso leading in home runs with 10. The team’s performance has been less than stellar, ranking 19th in runs scored and similarly in hits, but they have shown resilience and sporadic bursts of solid offense that could potentially make up for their pitching inconsistencies. With Severino starting, the Mets will likely lean on their modest but capable offense to capitalize on any Marlins’ pitching errors.
On the flip side, the Miami Marlins have also been grappling with their offense, struggling to make impactful plays, as seen in their low rankings across the board in runs, hits, and RBIs. Bryan De La Cruz has emerged as a crucial player for Miami, leading the team with a .257 batting average and pacing the team in home runs and RBI. However, the overall team offensive output needs to bolster significantly to give their pitcher, Garrett, a cushion and alleviate some pressure from their defensive plays. Given their current standings and offensive statistics, the Marlins will need to strategize meticulously and hope for high-caliber performances from their underperforming hitters to secure a victory against the Mets.
Miami Marlins injuries
- Bryan Hoeing (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Kemp Alderman (RF): Day-To-Day
- Tim Anderson (SS): 10-Day-IL
- Avisail Garcia (RF): 10-Day-IL
- Edward Cabrera (SP): 15-Day-IL
New York Mets injuries
- Drew Smith (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Brandon Nimmo (LF): Day-To-Day
- Tylor Megill (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Cristopher Larez (SS): Suspension
- David Peterson (SP): 60-Day-IL
Mets vs Marlins predictions
Here we go, a crucial matchup between the Mets and Marlins, and I'm pumped to break it down for you. Let's start with the Amazins', who are looking to build on their recent momentum. I'm expecting a big game from Pete Alonso, who's been crushing it lately. I've got him going yard at least once, and driving in two or three runs. Meanwhile, Starling Marte is due for a breakout performance - I'm projecting three hits and a stolen base from the speedy outfielder. And don't sleep on Jeff McNeil, who's been quietly raking all season; I've got him collecting two hits and scoring a run.
Now, let's shift our attention to the Fish, who are desperately trying to stay afloat in the NL East. Josh Bell is the guy who can get them back on track, and I think he'll come up big with two hits and an RBI. Bryan De La Cruz has been one of the few bright spots for Miami this year, and I'm expecting him to keep it going with a hit and a run scored. And don't count out Jazz Chisholm, who's got the potential to take over a game at any moment - I've got him legging out a triple and scoring a run.
So, who takes the W in this one? I'm going with the Mets, 6-4. Luis Severino's been dealing lately, and I think he'll pitch well enough to get the job done. The Marlins' bats just aren't scary enough to keep up with the Mets' potent offense, which should be able to scratch out enough runs to secure the win. Look for the Amazins' to take care of business in this one.
