Washington Nationals vs. New York Mets: Preview, Predictions and Picks for July 9, 2024

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Jul 9, 2024 6:13 AM
The Washington Nationals head to Citi Field to take on the New York Mets on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at 7:10 PM. The Mets hold a 5-2 edge in their regular season series, and they'll look to capitalize on their home advantage, where they're 21-25 so far this season. The Nationals, meanwhile, will aim to improve their 22-25 road record as they face off against their divisional foes.
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Nationals vs Mets statistics

Stat Nationals Mets
Hits 720 (19th) 759 (11th)
Batting Average .239 (19th) .247 (11th)
Runs Batted In 359 (18th) 410 (10th)
Runs 381 (18th) 426 (11th)
Home Runs 75 (29th) 111 (Tied-4th)
Walks 266 (21st) 280 (Tied-14th)
Stolen Bases 119 (3rd) 66 (Tied-12th)
Strikeouts 694 (25th) 718 (22nd)
Pitches 12729 (27th) 13231 (15th)

New York Mets recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
7/8/24 @ Pittsburgh Pirates L 8-2
7/7/24 @ Pittsburgh Pirates W 3-2
7/6/24 @ Pittsburgh Pirates W 5-2
7/5/24 @ Pittsburgh Pirates L 14-2
7/4/24 @ Washington Nationals L 1-0

Washington Nationals recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
7/8/24 vs St. Louis Cardinals L 6-0
7/7/24 vs St. Louis Cardinals L 8-3
7/6/24 vs St. Louis Cardinals W 14-6
7/5/24 vs St. Louis Cardinals L 7-6 F/11
7/4/24 vs New York Mets W 1-0

Nationals vs Mets predictions

Heading into the matchup at Citi Field, a couple of Washington Nationals players look poised to make an impact. CJ Abrams has been showing off his prowess with a solid batting average and seems ready to build on his home run and RBI totals, possibly adding a few crucial hits to his stats in this encounter. Jake Irvin’s awesome ERA and WHIP suggest he'll be a key player on the mound. If he maintains his form, striking out batters at his usual rate, it could be a tough day for the Mets’ hitters.

On the flip side, the New York Mets have some threats of their own. Pete Alonso, known for his power, might just add to his home run tally, considering he’s shown he can deliver under pressure. Jose Quintana, although his ERA is a bit higher than Irvin’s, has the experience and craft to potentially navigate through the Nationals' lineup effectively. Also, keep an eye on Brandon Nimmo, who’s had a knack for getting on base and could be crucial in setting the stage for the Mets' offense.

Given the compelling strengths on both sides, this game promises to be a tight contest. However, the Mets might have a slight edge playing at home with the crowd behind them. Combined with Quintana's resilience on the mound and the potential for their key hitters to connect with the ball, I'd lean towards a Mets victory in a closely fought battle. It’s all set up for an exciting game, and frankly, it could go either way, but let’s see if the Mets can use their home field advantage to clinch the win.

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Nationals vs Mets game info

Venue Citi Field
Location Queens, New York
First pitch Tue 7:10 PM
Temperature 83°
Chance of Rain 21%

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