Philadelphia Phillies (95-67) vs. New York Mets (89-73)
Philadelphia Phillies vs. New York Mets October 8 2024 – The National League Divisional Series Game 3 between the Philadelphia Phillies and the New York Mets will be played at Citi Field on October 8, 2024. It promises to be more thrilling than its predecessors. Given that the Phillies boasted a commendable record of 95-67 whereas the Mets recorded a still satisfying record of 89-73, this duel is set up to be one of the biggest parental advisories within the Major League Baseball postseason. Examinations of the history of the daily MLB previews, along with the standings as the day arrives promise to make this day an exciting one without considering the current games that will be played.
Philadelphia Phillies vs. New York Mets October 8 2024 Game Info
When: | Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at 5:08 PM ET |
Where: | Citi Field |
TV: | FS1, ESPN |
Stream: | MLB.TV |
Philadelphia Phillies vs. New York Mets Betting Odds
Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
Phillies | -112 | -1.5 (+143) | 7.5 over (-110) |
Mets | +102 | +1.5 (-163) | 7.5 under (-110) |
The betting odds are leaning slightly towards the Phillies with a -112 moneyline, suggesting a tight contest. The Mets, with a +102 moneyline, are not far behind, indicating that oddsmakers anticipate a closely matched battle. The over/under set at 7.5 with both teams having shown a tendency to go OVER in recent games suggests that we might see a high-scoring affair.
Aaron Nola (14-8, 3.57 ERA) vs. Sean Manaea (12-6, 3.47 ERA)
Aaron Nola of the Phillies has earned a ‘not bad’ season notching a 3.57 ERA over 199.1 innings with 197 strikeouts. Whether it is reliability or power pitching, Nola is a key element for Philadelphia. Now in a tight situation, he is likely to remain calm and post a low WHIP of 1.2, which is most certainly a big piece to the puzzle of how the Phillies stand to face the Mets’ hitters.
Sean Manaea for the Mets counters Nola in every inch and even the more with a 3.47 ERA with 184 strikeouts in 181.2 innings. And his accuracy accompanied with a lower WHIP of 1.08 makes him a huge threat on the mound. Manaea’s strengths are how he controls the pace of the game and how he performs in crisis situations.
There is little doubt that when these two starters face off, the result will depend on their performances more than anything else. It will be if Nola’s aggressiveness returns to the batting balance of the Mets. Manaea’s tactical approach will be quired in him by the hitters of the Phillies. It would not be an overstatement to say that the clash of these two could set the tone as well as the tone in which the match will end.
Philadelphia’s Power Play: A Closer Look at the Phillies’ Offensive Might
The Phillies’ offensive lineup has been a powerhouse, evidenced by their .257 batting average and impressive slugging percentage of .425. Their 198 home runs this season speak volumes about their hitting capabilities. This offensive strength, combined with their strategic baserunning, will be crucial as they face a strong pitcher like Manaea.
Mets’ Mastery: Analyzing New York’s Strategic Edge
The New York Mets, although trailing slightly behind in batting average at .246, have notched up 207 home runs, showing their capacity to deliver when it counts. Their on-base percentage (.319) and strategic walks (586) suggest a disciplined approach at the plate, which will be vital in countering Nola’s strikes.
Philadelphia Phillies Betting Trends
The total has gone OVER in 5 of LA Dodgers’ last 6 games.
LA Dodgers are 6-1 SU in their last 7 games.
Dodgers are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games on the road.
LA Dodgers are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games when playing on the road against San Diego.
The total has gone OVER in 13 of LA Dodgers’ last 17 games against an opponent in the National League.
New York Mets Betting Trends
The total has gone OVER in 4 of San Diego’s last 5 games.
San Diego are 14-5 SU in their last 19 games.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of San Diego’s last 7 games against LA Dodgers.
San Diego are 6-0 SU in their last 6 games at home.
San Diego are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games when playing at home against LA Dodgers.
Philadelphia Phillies vs. New York Mets Betting Previews
As per the detailed assessment done and the current status of both the teams, it is safe to presume that the total goes over as the teams are expected to score quite a lot of runs. The offensive capabilities are with the Phillies but the chances might swing in favor of the Mets with the former firmly entrenched at home and Manaea on the mound. For the betting public, there are props that could be profitable that involve individual aspects and not the teams.
Based on the trends and the stats, the Mets may be the right choice when attempting to predict the outcome of this game, more so with the easy spread of +1.5. Their performance in Citi Field is so impressive that it attracts anyone who wishes to bet with licensed betting websites.