Overview of the Series
In the National League East, the Philadelphia Phillies and New York Mets are set to begin a critical three-game series at Citi Field. The Phillies currently hold a strong seven-game lead in the division, with a 94.3% chance of securing the NL East title again this year according to SportsLine. Still, the Mets have the opportunity to close that gap over the final weeks of the season.
Upcoming Games:
| Date | Time | Starting Pitchers | Broadcast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon., Aug. 25 | 7:10 PM ET | RHP Kodai Senga vs LHP Cristopher Sánchez | NBC Sports Philadelphia, SNY |
| Tues., Aug. 26 | 7:10 PM ET | LHP Sean Manaea vs LHP Jesús Luzardo | NBC Sports Philadelphia, SNY, TBS |
| Wed., Aug. 27 | 7:10 PM ET | RHP Nolan McLean vs RHP Taijuan Walker | NBC Sports Philadelphia, SNY |
Key Points
- The Phillies have an impressive cumulative ERA of 3.28 amongst their starters this season.
- The Mets’ recent form has dipped, with a 7-14 record in August, while the Phillies enjoyed a strong 15-7 record.
Series History
So far this season, the Mets hold a 4-2 advantage in the head-to-head matchup: 1. 2. 3.
Player Updates
Zack Wheeler will miss the remainder of the season due to surgery, which could be beneficial to the Mets in this critical series.
Prediction
Despite Wheeler’s absence, the Phillies are favored to win two out of three games based on recent performances.
