The New York Mets are set to face the Cincinnati Reds in the opening game of a three-game series. This matchup will take place at home on Monday, with the first pitch scheduled for 4:10 p.m. EDT. As both teams head into this game, they come with varied records and statistics.
Mets and Reds Team Overview
The Mets hold a record of 22-31, sitting at fifth in the NL East, while the Reds are at 27-25, ranking fourth in the NL Central. New York’s performance at home is 11-13, whereas Cincinnati is balanced with a 13-13 record on the road.
Statistical Insights
Here’s a closer look at the key stats of both teams leading into the game:
- Mets:
- Batting Average: .226 in the last 10 games
- ERA: 4.24
- Record: 4-6 in the last 10 games
- Reds:
- Batting Average: .255 in the last 10 games
- ERA: 5.30
- Record: 5-5 in the last 10 games
Probable Pitchers
The starting pitchers for this game are Nick Lodolo for the Reds and Nolan McLean for the Mets.
| Player | Record | ERA | WHIP | Strikeouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nick Lodolo (Reds) | 0-1 | 7.20 | 1.53 | 11 |
| Nolan McLean (Mets) | 2-3 | 3.57 | 1.03 | 69 |
Player Highlights
Notable players to watch include:
- Carson Benge (Mets): 7 doubles, 3 home runs, and 17 RBIs.
- Juan Soto (Mets): Hitting 14 for 37 with 6 home runs over the last 10 games.
- Elly De La Cruz (Reds): 12 doubles, a triple, and 12 home runs with a .288 batting average.
- Spencer Steer (Reds): 14 for 38 with 4 doubles recently.
Injury Updates
Both teams are managing several injuries:
- Mets:
- Juan Soto: Day-to-day (illness)
- A.J. Minter, Clay Holmes: 60-Day IL (lat, fibula)
- Francisco Alvarez: 10-Day IL (knee)
- Francisco Lindor: 10-Day IL (calf)
- Reds:
- Ke’Bryan Hayes: 10-Day IL (back)
- Jose Trevino: 10-Day IL (hamstring)
- Hunter Greene: 60-Day IL (elbow)
This series marks the first meeting of the season between the Mets and Reds. With both teams looking to improve their standings, the matchup promises to deliver thrilling baseball action.
