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Mets Looking to Even Series in Showdown Against Giants at Oracle Park

The week-long cross-country series between the New York Mets and the San Francisco Giants will come to a close on Wednesday afternoon at Oracle Park. The Giants lead the series 1-0 after a 5-2 victory in the first game on Monday, highlighted by Michael Conforto's home run against his former team. The Mets will be sending Sean Manaea to the mound, while the Giants will start Blake Snell. The first pitch is scheduled for 3:45 EST, with the Giants entering as the betting favorite. (Note: Article was published before Tuesday's results).

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Mets +115 | Giants -130
• Spread: Mets +1.5 (-185) | Giants -1.5 (+161)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that San Francisco will win straight-up is 57%.

New York vs San Francisco Stats

New York Mets

The New York Mets have experienced a mix of successes and setbacks throughout the current season. Despite losing their first five games, they recently went on a six-game winning streak before dropping their last two games on the road. The Mets are currently chasing the Braves and Phillies in the NL East, sitting 3.5 games behind the division-leading Braves. Pete Alonso stands out as the top power hitter for the team, leading with seven home runs and 12 RBIs. Sterling Marte leads in hits with 26, while Francisco Lindor and Brandon Nimmo also contribute to the team's offensive efforts. Sean Manaea, a recent addition to the Mets, has a 1-1 record with a 4.12 ERA. In terms of power ranking, the Mets are 12th in offense, 14th in defense, and have a 12-11 record for the season.

San Francisco Giants Analysis

The San Francisco Giants are currently in a competitive position in the NL West, sitting in 4th place but only two games behind the division-leading Dodgers. Every game is crucial at this early stage of the season to avoid falling too far behind in the standings. They recently secured a victory in the series against the Mets, with Michael Conforto standing out with a home run against his former team. Starting pitcher Keaton Winn also put in a strong performance, allowing only one earned run in six innings.

Conforto has been a standout hitter for the Giants this season, recording five home runs and a .271 batting average with 16 RBIs. Jung Hoo Lee has been productive from the third spot in the lineup, leading the team in hits from centerfield. Matt Chapman has contributed with four home runs and 14 RBIs from the fifth spot as a third baseman. Jorge Soler has hit four home runs as the cleanup hitter but has struggled with RBIs.

Pitcher Blake Snell, despite a rough start to the season with a high ERA and winless record, is set to make his fourth start for the Giants. The team's power ranking is 23, with rankings of 18th for offense and 25th for defense, averaging 4.17 runs scored and 4.92 runs allowed per game. In their last three matchups, New York won two out of three games against San Francisco.

New York Mets Poised for Victory Against San Francisco Giants on the Road

The New York Mets have shown significant improvement recently, overcoming some minor setbacks to maintain a strong lineup that ranks among the best in the league. In an upcoming matchup, Sean Manaea will face his former team, the San Francisco Giants. Manaea, now pitching for the Mets, holds a 4.12 ERA with 21 strikeouts and just one home run allowed in over 19 innings. In contrast, the Giants' pitcher, Snell, has struggled with a higher ERA and more home runs surrendered in fewer innings pitched. Despite the Giants relying on their defense to secure wins due to a lackluster offense, the Mets boast hitters such as Alonso, Marte, and Lindor who are poised to take advantage of Snell's weaknesses. With their strong lineup and superior pitching, the Mets are projected to clinch a victory on the road. Consider betting on the Mets to cover the runline in this matchup.

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