NY Mets (88-72) at Atlanta (88-72)
- When: Sep 30 2024, 1:10 PM
- Where: Truist Park, Atlanta
- Where to watch: ESPN2 / SNY
Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total
New York Mets @ Atlanta Braves
Moneyline
New York Mets +131
Atlanta Braves -157
New York Mets @ Atlanta Braves
Runline
New York Mets 1.5 (-165)
Atlanta Braves -1.5 (+140)
New York Mets @ Atlanta Braves
Total
Over 7.5 (-115)
Under 7.5 (-105)
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
- Get real-time live scores & latest betting odds here!
Probable Pitchers:
NY Mets: Tylor Megill (4-5, 3.98)
Atlanta: Spencer Schwellenbach (8-7, 3.47)
Team Stats
| Mets | Braves | |
| 88-72 | Record | 88-72 |
| 42-37 | Away & Home | 43-38 |
| 6-4 | Last 10 | 7-3 |
| W1 | Streak | L1 |
Game Preview
The Atlanta Braves and New York Mets are each one win away from securing a playoff spot as they prepare for a make-up doubleheader on Monday in Atlanta.
Both teams sit at 88-72, closely contending with Arizona (89-73) for the two final National League wild-card positions. If Atlanta and New York split the doubleheader, both teams will advance, as they hold the tiebreaker over the Diamondbacks.
However, a sweep by either team would clinch a postseason berth for the winner while eliminating the loser, allowing Arizona to secure a wild-card slot. Atlanta currently leads the season series against the Mets 6-5.
"It’s remarkable to be in this position after how we started the year," said New York manager Carlos Mendoza. "We just need to focus on getting that last win."
Braves manager Brian Snitker expressed confidence in his team’s approach, saying, "We control our fate. If we can’t win one, then it is what it is. We’ve done a good job of focusing on one game at a time."
In the opener, the Braves will start rookie Spencer Schwellenbach (8-7, 3.47 ERA), who recently pitched seven strong innings against the Mets. Chris Sale (18-3, 2.38) will take the mound in the second game, aiming to solidify his status as the National League triple crown winner for pitchers.
Sale has been dominant this September, boasting a 1.13 ERA over four starts. He faced the Mets once this year, earning a no-decision after allowing two runs in over seven innings.
The Mets are still finalizing their pitching lineup for the doubleheader, with Luis Severino (11-7, 3.91) expected to start one of the games. He faced Atlanta recently but took the loss after giving up four runs.
Should the teams split their games, the Braves would start the playoffs against San Diego, while the Mets would face Milwaukee. However, if either team achieves a sweep, they would also begin their postseason in San Diego, enabling Arizona to secure a playoff spot and sending the Diamondbacks to Milwaukee.
MLB Parlay Picks & Predictions
Final Score: Atlanta 3-2
The Pick: Atlanta -157 & Under 7½ (-105)
A $100 Parlay Bet will return $320
- MLB Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
