New York Mets at Philadelphia Phillies: Odds, pitching matchups

The New York Mets are 1st in the NL East with 77-43 record. They are playing a four-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies (65-53). Pete Alonso hit his 30th home run and reached the 100 runs batted in (RBI) plateau for the first time since his rookie season in 2019 as the Mets won 7-2 on Friday night. Alonso is now tied with Aaron Judge for most RBIs in baseball.

Trevor Williams will start for the New York Mets against Zack Wheeler. It's Williams' first start since July 7. Williams has been disappointing on the road this season. Wheeler has a better record at home this year. He's had his struggles against his former team, but he should get the better of them. Philadelphia is the favorite to win the game. The game is part of a doubleheader.

David Peterson will start for New York Mets against Bailey Falter. Peterson has had better success on the road this season. Falters has a 4.85 ERA in seven starts this year. He has lost both of his starts against the Mets. He had a good outing against Philadelphia on July 29. The Phillies won 4-2 in extra innings. They have a 5.89 ERA and an OBA of 3.01 in 18 innings at Citizens Bank Park this term.

The Mets haven't named their starter for the series finale against the Philadelphia Phillies. Kyle Gibson (8-5, 4.30 ERA) is the probable starter. Gibson has a 4-3 record at home this season. He's 1-0 with a 1.70 ERA against New York this year.