The anticipation is palpable as the New York Mets prepare to take on the Oakland Athletics, with the game scheduled to kick off at 4:00 PM EDT today. With the run total set at 9.0, fans are waiting with bated breath to see which team will come out on top. At present, the Mets are -1.5 on the run line at odds of -123, while the Athletics are +1.5 at odds of +103.
Bold and confident, the Mets are looking to secure a win and extend their lead in the league. With a record of five wins in their last ten games, they are no easy opponents. The Athletics, on the other hand, have won only two games in their last ten, and will need to put up a stiff challenge to beat the Mets.
Pitching Matchup
The starting pitchers for the game are Carlos Carrasco for the Mets and Shintaro Fujinami for the Athletics. Both pitchers are experienced and talented, and the game promises to deliver some exciting moments.
The Previous Game
These two teams met just yesterday, with the Mets coming out on top with a 17-6 victory over the Athletics. In that game, the Mets were heavily favored with a -230 line. The total for the game was set at 8.0, but went over by a whopping 15.0 runs.
Win Trends
In their last 10 games, the Mets have won 5 times. This strong performance has helped them maintain their position in the league and establish themselves as a formidable team. The Athletics, on the other hand, have won just 2 of their last 10 games.
Totals Trends
The Mets have gone over in 6 of their last 10 games, while staying under in 4 of their last 10. The Athletics, on the other hand, have seen their game total go over in 8 of their last 10 games. This trend could be an important factor to consider while placing bets.
The Shark’s Pick
As for us, we’re tailing hot Shark player Samuel and taking the New York Mets (-178) to win. With their impressive recent form, it’s hard to see the Mets losing this game. You can view more picks for this matchup and others in the Shark Book app. Download for free now and see why it’s the best app for handicappers.