Nationals vs Mets starting pitchers
- Sean Manaea for New York Mets
- Jake Irvin for Washington Nationals
Nationals vs Mets statistics
| Stat |
Nationals |
Mets |
| Hits |
1206 (19th) |
1255 (11th) |
| Batting Average |
.244 (14th) |
.247 (12th) |
| Runs Batted In |
586 (Tied-23rd) |
676 (10th) |
| Runs |
624 (22nd) |
708 (10th) |
| Home Runs |
127 (29th) |
189 (5th) |
| Walks |
424 (25th) |
472 (8th) |
| Stolen Bases |
209 (1st) |
98 (16th) |
| Strikeouts |
1114 (26th) |
1272 (15th) |
| Pitches |
20910 (28th) |
22285 (8th) |
New York Mets recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/15/24 |
@ Philadelphia Phillies |
L |
2-1 |
| 9/14/24 |
@ Philadelphia Phillies |
L |
6-4 |
| 9/13/24 |
@ Philadelphia Phillies |
W |
11-3 |
| 9/11/24 |
@ Toronto Blue Jays |
W |
6-2 |
| 9/10/24 |
@ Toronto Blue Jays |
L |
6-2 |
Washington Nationals recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/15/24 |
vs Miami Marlins |
W |
4-3 |
| 9/14/24 |
vs Miami Marlins |
W |
4-1 |
| 9/13/24 |
vs Miami Marlins |
W |
4-1 |
| 9/12/24 |
vs Miami Marlins |
L |
6-3 |
| 9/11/24 |
vs Atlanta Braves |
W |
5-1 |
Nationals vs Mets predictions
As the Washington Nationals gear up to face off against the New York Mets, all eyes might be on CJ Abrams, despite being day-to-day with shoulder soreness. He's expected to make a significant impact if he's able to swing the bat, potentially adding dramatically to his 20 home runs this season. Another National to watch is Jake Irvin on the mound, who, despite a challenging season, has shown the ability to rack up strikeouts with 145 under his belt so far. His performance could very well set the tone for the Nationals in this crucial series opener.
On the flip side, the New York Mets have their own set of heavy hitters, with Pete Alonso looking to extend his impressive home run tally beyond 32. His ability to drive in runs could be pivotal for the Mets. Meanwhile, Sean Manaea's presence as the starting pitcher with a solid ERA of 3.35 suggests reliability. Given his track record this season, including racking up 171 strikeouts, it'll be interesting to see if he can maintain his form against a Nationals team that has struggled with consistency.
Considering both lineups and the home advantage at Citi Field, the Mets seem well-positioned to take the opener, especially with their robust batting lineup and Manaea's steady arm. The Nationals, while not to be underestimated, might find the Mets' offensive and pitching strength a bit too much to handle, leaning towards a Mets' victory to kickstart the series. So, gear up for an exciting game where strategy and star performances will dictate the pace!
New York Mets injuries
- Francisco Lindor (SS): Day-To-Day
- Starling Marte (RF): Day-To-Day
- Kyle Crick (RP): Day-To-Day
- Christian Scott (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Yacksel Rios (RP): Day-To-Day
Washington Nationals injuries
- CJ Abrams (SS): Day-To-Day
- Alex Call (RF): 10-Day-IL
- Cade Cavalli (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Trevor Williams (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Joan Adon (RP): 15-Day-IL
Nationals vs Mets game info
| Venue |
Citi Field |
| Location |
Queens, New York |
| First pitch |
Mon 7:10 PM |
| Temperature |
72° |
| Chance of Rain |
0% |
