Nationals vs. Mets Odds & Betting Predictions - September 17, 2024

Follow On X: https://x.com/PicksOffice Starting with Washington, the Nationals have been struggling at the plate, evident by their low .224 team batting average over the last 10 games. Furthermore, their offensive inefficiencies are amplified against right-handed pitchers, with a dismal .202 batting average and an OBP of just .270, leading to an average of only 3.22 runs per game over that stretch. Their lack of power is also concerning, as they’re hitting just 0.7 home runs per game. This inability to consistently string together runs plays directly into the under, especially considering the Mets' current pitching form. New York's starters have been particularly sharp, posting an impressive 2.81 ERA in their last 10 games. Tylor Megill, who’s been exceptional with a 2.35 ERA in his last three outings, further strengthens the under narrative. The Mets' bullpen has also been solid, maintaining a respectable 3.69 ERA, which should hold down the scoring in the later innings. The pitching staff’s ability to control the game is evidenced by their strikeout rate of 8.9 K/9 innings and limiting opposing hitters to a low .232 average. On the other side, Washington’s pitching has seen recent improvement. Their starters have posted a strong 2.80 ERA over the last 10 games, while keeping opponents’ batting averages down to .193 and WHIP to a low 1.02. Additionally, both teams have been stranding baserunners at high rates, with the Nationals leaving 6.7 runners on base per game and the Mets at 6.8. This high LOB rate further limits scoring opportunities, another strong indicator for a game hitting the under. Adding to this, recent matchups between these teams have trended towards low-scoring affairs, with scores like 2-1 and 7-0 in favor of the Mets in their previous encounters. Given these teams’ current pitching form, combined with their lackluster offensive production and the low home run rates (Mets at 0.5 HR/game, Nationals at 0.7 HR/game), the under appears to be the most logical play.

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