New York Mets vs. Milwaukee Brewers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for October 2, 2024

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Oct 2, 2024 6:11 AM
The New York Mets look to build on their series lead as they take on the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 2 of the National League Wild Card series on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at 7:30 PM at American Family Field. The Mets will aim to capitalize on their momentum from Game 1, while the Brewers will be fighting to even the series. Expect a thrilling matchup as these two teams clash in a crucial game.
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Mets vs Brewers starting pitchers

  • Frankie Montas for Milwaukee Brewers
  • Sean Manaea for New York Mets

Mets vs Brewers statistics

Stat Mets Brewers
Hits 1357 (10th) 1359 (9th)
Batting Average .246 (12th) .248 (8th)
Runs Batted In 735 (7th) 742 (6th)
Runs 768 (7th) 777 (6th)
Home Runs 207 (6th) 177 (Tied-16th)
Walks 514 (8th) 597 (3rd)
Stolen Bases 106 (Tied-16th) 217 (2nd)
Strikeouts 1382 (15th) 1459 (Tied-9th)
Pitches 24098 (8th) 24893 (2nd)

Milwaukee Brewers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/1/24 vs New York Mets L 8-4
9/29/24 vs New York Mets L 5-0
9/28/24 vs New York Mets W 6-0
9/27/24 vs New York Mets W 8-4
9/26/24 @ Pittsburgh Pirates W 5-2

New York Mets recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/1/24 @ Milwaukee Brewers W 8-4
9/30/24 @ Atlanta Braves L 3-0
9/30/24 @ Atlanta Braves W 8-7
9/29/24 @ Milwaukee Brewers W 5-0
9/28/24 @ Milwaukee Brewers L 6-0

Mets vs Brewers predictions

Tonight's showdown between the New York Mets and the Milwaukee Brewers is shaping up to be a thriller, especially when you look at some of the key players stepping on the field. For the Mets, keep an eye on Francisco Lindor who’s projected to bring a blend of power and speed, making him a crucial asset at shortstop. He's been swinging a hot bat and I expect him to deliver some critical hits and possibly drive in important runs tonight. On the pitching side, Sean Manaea will need to harness his control early to keep the Brewers' hitters in check. Given his ability to strike out batters, he could be a linchpin if he manages to dial in his fastball and off-speed pitches.

Over in the Brewers' camp, Willy Adames stands out as a significant threat with his consistent ability to knock the ball out of the park. Considering his power and batting average, I wouldn’t be surprised to see him notch a couple of RBIs tonight. On the mound, Frankie Montas has shown he can handle pressure, and his knack for racking up strikeouts will be vital. If he can maintain a low pitch count through the early innings and handle the Mets' top hitters effectively, he could very well set the tone for the game.

Predicting a winner in what promises to be such a competitive game is always tricky, but considering the momentum and player matchups, the Brewers might just have the edge here, especially with home field advantage and their aggressive baserunning. If Montas can hold down the fort and the Brewers' batters can capitalize on scoring opportunities, they should be able to take this one. Nonetheless, it's going to be a tight contest, and one big inning could swing the result either way.

Milwaukee Brewers injuries

  • Bryse Wilson (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Rob Zastryzny (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Christian Yelich (LF): 60-Day-IL
  • Brandon Woodruff (SP): 60-Day-IL
  • J.B. Bukauskas (RP): 60-Day-IL

New York Mets injuries

  • Paul Blackburn (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Kodai Senga (SP): 60-Day-IL
  • Jeff McNeil (2B): 10-Day-IL
  • Dedniel Nunez (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Sean Reid-Foley (RP): 60-Day-IL

Mets vs Brewers game info

Venue American Family Field
Location Milwaukee, Wisconsin
First pitch Wed 7:30 PM
TV ESPN
Temperature 68°
Chance of Rain 34%

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