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MLB · 2 weeks ago

Tampa Bay Rays vs. New York Mets Spread, Line, Odds, Predictions, Picks and Betting Preview

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Rays @ Mets – First Pitch: 7:10 p.m.

Expected Forecast: Clear Sky, 58°
 

In the upcoming MLB clash, the New York Mets will face off against the Tampa Bay Rays. The Rays are sending Josh Fleming to the mound while the Mets give the ball to Kodai Senga. New York is a slight favorite in this game, at -123 and a total of 8.5.

Yesterday, the Mets’ offense had a dismal performance, and Justin Verlander had a rough start. Now, we’re at a juncture where the Rays opened as almost a pick ’em, which is an enticing position for bettors. Sometimes, the line may seem like a trap, but as the saying goes, “If it walks like a duck and talks like a duck, it’s probably a duck.” And in this case, the value on the Rays might be too good to pass up.

If we examine New York’s recent schedule, it’s evident that they have struggled against higher-level opponents. They haven’t been winning much, and now they’re facing a Rays lineup that’s probably the best they’ve encountered in a month.

Senga, the Mets’ pitcher, has had a mixed performance, with some stellar moments as well as a few issues. Despite his potential, the value Tampa brings to the table at this price is hard to ignore. New York will need to start winning games soon, but it seems unlikely that a victory will come against the formidable Rays.

 

Spread, Total, Moneyline, and Odds:

  Spread Total Moneyline  
 Rays -1.5  +154  O 9  -109  -109  Open
-192  8.5  -117  +104  Current
 Mets +1.5   -188  U 9  -110  -111  Open
 +162  8.5   -103  -123  Current

Projected Lineups:

Rays

Starting Pitcher: Josh Fleming: 0-0, 4.26 ERA, 4.83 K/9

1. 1B  Yandy Díaz   .321, 10 HR, 24 RBI
2. SS  Wander Franco   .293, 7 HR, 23 RBI
3. LF  Randy Arozarena   .312, 10 HR, 35 RBI
4. 2B  Brandon Lowe   .197, 7 HR, 22 RBI
5. DH  Harold Ramírez   .324, 6 HR, 17 RBI
6. RF  Josh Lowe   .296, 9 HR, 28 RBI
7. 3B  Isaac Paredes   .289, 6 HR, 28 RBI
8. C  Christian Bethancourt   .228, 6 HR, 14 RBI
9. CF  Jose Siri   .224, 5 HR, 13 RBI

Mets

Starting Pitcher: Kodai Senga: 4-2, 4.14 ERA, 10.46 K/9

1. CF  Brandon Nimmo   .308, 3 HR, 18 RBI
2. RF  Starling Marte   .236, 1 HR, 10 RBI
3. SS  Francisco Lindor   .224, 6 HR, 31 RBI
4. 1B  Pete Alonso   .233, 14 HR, 33 RBI
5. LF  Tommy Pham   .188, 3 HR, 9 RBI
6. 2B  Jeff McNeil   .276, 2 HR, 14 RBI
7. DH  Mark Canha   .231, 3 HR, 12 RBI
8. 3B  Eduardo Escobar   .211, 4 HR, 11 RBI
9. C  Francisco Alvarez   .216, 3 HR, 6 RBI

Betting Insights:

Rays

  • The over hit in 5 of the Tampa Bay Rays last 5 games on the road in 2023
  • The Tampa Bay Rays are 11-6 (.647) on the road as a favorite in 2023

Mets

  • The over hit in 6 of the New York Mets last 16 games at home in 2023

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