El Jefe
The New York Mets (58-36) will take on the San Diego Padres (53-42) again in Flushing, Queens on Sunday, July 24 at Citi Field. Still in the middle part of the season, both teams will want to set the tone with a win in this one. Be sure to catch the first pitch at 7:08 PM ET!
For context related to Sunday’s regular season matchup, let’s take a look at how New York and San Diego have managed against each other historically.
This season, these two ball clubs have competed in five contests as the Mets have claimed victory once against their opponents. In their most recent meeting on Saturday, the New York Mets came out on top by a score of 1-2. The Mets scored one run on four hits, while the Padres put up two runs on four hits. We’ll see who comes out on top this time when they meet at Citi Field.
Betting Preview for the San Diego Padres vs New York Mets MLB Game on July 24 2022
Where: Citi Field in Flushing, Queens, NY
When: Sunday, July 24, 2022 at 7:08 PM ET
Betting on the San Diego Padres
Record: (54W-42L) | National League West Standing: 2
The last time they played, the Padres were beaten by the New York Mets 1-2 on Saturday, and we’re eager to see if their result will be the same or if fortunes will change. The overall regular season batting average for the team right now is .239 and in particular Manuel Machado is riding high with a .298 average. Defensively speaking, the Padres hold an ERA of 3.71 and a fielding percentage of .988. Check out our odds analysis and place your bets based on the team’s recent performances!
Absences and Injuries
Regarding inactive players, the Padres are missing William Myers (Knee), Fernando Tatis Jr. (Wrist), Thomas Pomeranz (Elbow), Pierce Johnson (Elbow), Paul Abrams (Biceps), Austin Adams (Forearm), Robert Suarez (Knee), Matthew Beaty (Shoulder), and Craig Stammen (Shoulder).
Betting on the New York Mets
Record: (58W-37L) | National League East Standing: 1
The last time we saw them, the Mets beat the San Diego Padres on Saturday. Led by their top hitter, Starling Marte, who has a batting average of .295, the Mets are currently averaging .251 at the plate so far this season. In terms of defense, the team carries an ERA of 3.59 and a .987 fielding percentage. Before you select your picks, make sure you explore our odds assessment further down!
Absences and Injuries
With respect to inactive players in this game, the Mets will play without Dominic Smith (Ankle), John Curtiss (Elbow), Jacob deGrom (Shoulder), Joseph Lucchesi (Elbow), Tylor Megill (Shoulder), James McCann (Oblique), Trevor May (Triceps), and Sean Reid-Foley (Elbow).
San Diego Padres vs New York Mets | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: New York Mets (-120) at FanDuel
The New York Mets are considered the favorite by many baseball fans and oddsmakers in this one. The team enters this matchup with a winning percentage of 57.89% for this month, a record of 11 victories in total. Comparatively, the San Diego Padres’ winning percentage is lower at 42.11% for this month, accounting a total of eight wins.
Over/Under Pick: Under 7.5 Total Runs (-105) at FanDuel
Before placing a bet, keep in mind that the projected O/U for this matchup is under 7.5. This means that the total number of runs for both teams is predicted to be under 7.5.
Runline Pick: New York Mets -1.5 Runs (+172) at FanDuel
The New York Mets will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover the oddsmakers’ runline of -1.5.
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