NY Mets (45-27) at Atlanta (31-39)
- When: Jun 17 2025, 7:15 PM
- Where: Truist Park, Atlanta
- Where to watch: FDSSO
Mets vs. Braves – Game Betting Preview & Prediction
Moneyline: Atlanta -133 | Total: 8.5
New York Mets Preview
The Mets head into Atlanta looking to get back on track after a rough weekend sweep at home by the Rays. Despite the stumble, New York still owns the best record in the National League and remains firmly in control of the NL East. They now begin a crucial six-game road trip with series in Atlanta and Philadelphia. Manager Carlos Mendoza stressed the need to move forward, acknowledging the grind of a 162-game season.
David Peterson will start the opener and has been quietly dominant this season. He’s won three straight, including a complete-game shutout against Washington in his last outing. Peterson has allowed two or fewer runs in 10 of his 13 starts this season, though his career numbers vs. Atlanta (3-5, 5.33 ERA) haven’t been great. Still, with the Mets’ offense led by Pete Alonso, who’s been on a tear over the last month, New York is more than capable of bouncing back quickly.
Atlanta Braves Preview
Atlanta enters this divisional clash sitting 13 games behind the Mets in the standings and eight back in the wild card, making this series critical to any remaining postseason hopes. They took two of three from the Rockies over the weekend but managed just a single run in Sunday’s loss to a Colorado staff with the league’s worst ERA. Offensive consistency has been a major issue for the Braves, who continue to struggle to sustain momentum.
They’ll turn to Spencer Schwellenbach in the opener, who’s coming off a stellar complete-game win against Milwaukee. He’s had the Mets’ number in his career, going 2-0 with a minuscule 0.86 ERA in three starts against them, all going seven innings or more with dominant efficiency. The Braves also get a boost with the return of outfielder Stuart Fairchild from the IL.
Betting Outlook & Prediction
With Atlanta favored at -133 and the total set at 8.5, MyBookie oddsmakers see this as a competitive matchup. While both starters are coming off impressive outings, Peterson’s historical struggles against the Braves and Schwellenbach’s dominance over the Mets tilt the edge slightly toward Atlanta.
Score Prediction: Braves 4, Mets 3
Pick: Atlanta ML (-133)
Total: Under 8.5 (-112) – Both starters are in form, and run production could be limited early.
- MLB Odds source: MyBookie Sportsbook
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