The New York Mets, who received the NL West with a 98-64 record, will take on the Los Angeles Dodgers, who completed 1/3 in the NL East with an 89-73 record. everyday season record, in a pivotal Game Four of the National League Championship Series (NLCS). Both groups are making ready for a fundamental come-across that takes area in New York on Thursday at 8:08 p.m. EDT. The Dodgers are presently up 2-1 in the series.
Likely Pitching Pairup
Yoshinobu Yamamoto of the Dodgers will be on the mound. Los Angeles has benefited greatly from the righty, who has a 7-2 record, a healthy 3.00 ERA, a 1.11 WHIP, and 105 strikeouts this season..He will face veteran Mets lefty José Quintana, who finished the regular season with a 10-10 record, a 3.75 ERA, a 1.25 WHIP, and 135 strikeouts.
Sportsbook Odds
Bookmakers see the Dodgers as the slight favorites with a money line of -135, while the Mets are the underdogs at +115. The game's total run total has a fixed over/under of 7 1/2.
Mets Look for Atonement on Their Field
With a solid 46-35 home record going into Game 4, New York has depended on their high on-base percentage (.319), which places them sixth in the National League. The Mets are motivated to take advantage of their home-field advantage and swing the series around even if they are now behind.
The big slugger for the Mets, Pete Alonso, leads the team in home runs with 34 and is still a dangerous force at the plate. Over the past ten games, youngster Mark Vientos has been lights out, going 15-for-41 with two doubles, three home runs, and eleven RBIs.
Dodgers Aim to Close Out Series
The Dodgers, with an identical 46-35 record in road games, are eyeing a decisive victory to inch closer to a World Series berth. Throughout the season, their offense has been a major factor, as evidenced by their combined batting average of.258, which is third in the National League.
Leading the team with 38 doubles, seven triples, 54 home runs, and 130 RBIs, Shohei Ohtani has been nothing short of extraordinary. Another important contributor is Kike Hernandez, who has hit 13 for 37 in his last 10 games with three home runs and six RBIs.
Season Series Recap
The Dodgers are leading the season series 6-3 going into their eleventh match against the same team this year. The familiarity between the two squads could be very important in Thursday's match.
Current Form: Mets vs. Dodgers
The Mets have a 3.72 ERA and a 6-4 record after ten games. Although they've only gone two points in that span, New York will have to play even better if they want to win the series.
On the other hand, the Dodgers are batting.251, have a far superior 3.13 ERA, and have won 7 of their previous 10 games.. Los Angeles will try to maintain their momentum heading into Game after outscoring their opponents by 28 runs throughout this time.
Report on Injury
Significant injuries to both teams might affect their starting lineups and pitching staffs. Drew Smith (elbow), Christian Scott (elbow), and Paul Blackburn (spine) are just a few of the key Mets players who are listed on the 60-day injury list. Along with them on the 60-day IL are Brooks Raley (elbow) and Ronny Mauricio (knee).
A long list of injuries also affects the Dodgers. Joel Rojas (day-to-day), Brusdar Graterol (shoulder), and Clayton Kershaw (toe) are the three noticeable absences. Still on the 60-day disabled list are Dustin May (elbow/esophagus), Tony Gonsolin (elbow), Gavin Stone, and Connor Brogdon.
Both the Dodgers and the Mets are aware of the high stakes as they get ready for Game 4.. The battle at Citi Field between Los Angeles, looking to take a commanding 3-1 lead, and New York, trying to tie the series, will be fast-paced and exciting for baseball fans.
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