The New York Mets will take on the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium on Friday, May 02, 2025. The game is set to begin at 8:15 PM. Fans can expect an exciting night of baseball action.

Mets vs. Cardinals Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Mets MoneyLine: -123. The Mets have a strong home record of 13-3 and lead the league in ERA, making them a reliable choice.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 7.5 (-107). Both starting pitchers have solid ERAs, and the Mets’ pitching staff has allowed the fewest home runs this season.

Team Trends

• The New York Mets have a strong home record this season, standing at 13-3.
• St. Louis Cardinals struggle on the road with a 4-13 record this season.
• In a recent game, the Mets’ Juan Soto hit two home runs against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
• The Cardinals’ Steven Matz pitched four scoreless innings against the Cincinnati Reds.
• Brandon Nimmo of the Mets had a standout game with nine RBIs against the Washington Nationals.

Mets vs Cardinals Preview

The New York Mets are set to play the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium. The game will begin at 8:15 PM on Friday, May 02, 2025. The Mets will have Clay Holmes on the mound. Holmes has a 3-1 record this season with a 2.64 ERA over 30 2/3 innings. He has struck out 36 batters and walked 13.

The Cardinals will counter with Sonny Gray as their starting pitcher. Gray has a 3-0 record and a 3.60 ERA over 35 innings this season. He has 33 strikeouts and only 7 walks. Both teams will aim to gain an edge with their strong starting pitchers. Fans can expect a competitive game under the lights.

St. Louis Cardinals: A Look at the Home Team

The St. Louis Cardinals have some strong hitters this season. Lars Nootbaar stands out with a .254 batting average. He leads the team with 5 home runs and 21 runs. Brendan Donovan is another key player. He has a .333 batting average but is dealing with a rib injury. Donovan’s status is day-to-day, which could impact the team’s lineup. Victor Scott II adds depth to the lineup. His batting average is .271, and he has 14 RBIs. Scott’s performance helps the Cardinals’ overall team stats this season.

New York Mets: Key Players and Pitching Strength

Pete Alonso is a standout player for the Mets. He leads the team with a .342 batting average and 7 home runs. Alonso also tops the league with 28 RBIs, making him a key player to watch. Juan Soto adds strength to the Mets’ lineup. He has a .252 batting average with 5 home runs. Soto leads the team with 23 runs, showing his ability to contribute to the team’s success. Clay Holmes is the Mets’ starting pitcher. He has a 3-1 record and a 2.64 ERA this season. Holmes has 36 strikeouts in 30 2/3 innings, showing his skill on the mound.

Final Betting Pick

The Mets’ strong home record of 13-3 makes them a reliable pick for the MoneyLine at -123. Their pitching staff leads the league with a 2.68 ERA and has allowed the fewest home runs, showing their strength on the mound. Clay Holmes, with a 2.64 ERA, adds to their pitching depth, making the Mets a solid choice.

For the Over/Under, picking Under 7.5 is wise. Both starting pitchers, Holmes and Sonny Gray, have solid ERAs, with Gray at 3.60. The Mets’ ability to limit home runs further supports the Under bet, as they have allowed only 16 this season. This combination of strong pitching and home field advantage points to a low-scoring game.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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