The New York Mets are set to face the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday evening at Citi Field, aiming to clinch the series with a strong performance. After an unusual match on Friday that featured a lengthy rain delay and multiple scoreless innings in extra innings, the Mets bounced back with an impressive outing from pitcher David Peterson, who delivered 7 2/3 innings of solid play.
The matchup features right-handed pitcher Kodai Senga for the Mets, boasting a strong season with a 1.43 ERA and a 270 ERA+. Senga is looking to improve his recent outings against the Dodgers after allowing six runs in just three innings in his previous relief appearances against them in 2024. The Dodgers lineup has varied experience against Senga, with Mookie Betts notably holding a perfect 4-4 record against him, including a home run.
On the opposing side, Landon Knack, with a 6.17 ERA, has struggled in his recent outings, giving up nine runs in his past two games. The Mets previously took advantage of Knack in the 2024 NL Championship Series, scoring five runs against him.
The Mets lineup includes powerhouse players like Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso, alongside new faces such as Mark Vientos, who notably hit a grand slam against Knack last year.
Game notes reveal promising performances from Mets prospects, including Carson Benge and Jack Wenninger, hinting at a bright future for the team. Benge’s impressive .991 OPS and Wenninger’s solid ERA contribute to a hopeful atmosphere amongst Mets fans and players alike.
As the game approaches, all eyes will be on Senga to lead the Mets to victory and capitalize on the struggling Knack, while fans remain hopeful for a series win against a formidable Dodgers team.