The New York Mets, currently leading the NL East with a 59-44 record, are set to embark on a crucial six-game road trip starting with a three-game series against the San Francisco Giants (54-49). This matchup comes after the Mets recently swept the Los Angeles Angels, gaining momentum and overtaking the Philadelphia Phillies in the division standings.
In their last series against the Angels, the Mets showcased resilience despite some challenges. After initially falling behind 4-0 in the opening game, they rallied to a 7-5 victory, boosted by key hits from Brett Baty and Juan Soto, along with defensive miscues from the Angels. The second game saw the Mets win 3-2, thanks to a two-run homer from Francisco Alvarez. Finally, the Mets capped off the series with a 6-3 win, highlighted by Francisco Lindor ending a 0-for-31 slump with two hits and two RBIs, and Pete Alonso hitting his 22nd home run of the season.
Historically, the Mets have struggled against the Giants, having lost four of six encounters last season and failing to win a series in San Francisco since 2018. This trend makes the upcoming games critical for the Mets as they aim to break that streak.
On the Giants’ side, despite recent struggles that included a 2-4 road trip, they have shown potential with strong pitching, establishing themselves as one of the better teams in terms of ERA in the National League. Their offense, however, has been a cause for concern, ranking near the bottom in runs scored and OPS. Star acquisitions, including Rafael Devers, have not yet reached their full potential in San Francisco.
As both teams seek improvement, the Mets will rely on their recent offensive success and the emerging talents in their lineup, while the Giants will look to bolster their offense to compete as they vie for a Wild Card spot.
On the pitching front, the series will feature Clay Holmes against Logan Webb on Friday, David Peterson versus Robbie Ray on Saturday, and Kodai Senga in the finale, with Sunday’s starter for the Giants still to be announced.
With optimism surrounding their performances, both teams have the opportunity to reset and make an impact in the series. The Mets hope to seize the moment against a Giants squad looking to find its footing once again.