New York Mets (35-37) vs. Chicago Cubs (35-39)
New York Mets vs. Chicago Cubs 6/22/24 – As MLB season heats up, this Saturday afternoon will feature an intriguing matchup at Wrigley Field between the New York Mets and Chicago Cubs – two teams whose records hover near .500 but are looking to gain momentum as midseason approaches. While the Mets recently have seen some success against the Cubs lately. It should provide plenty of entertainment – not to mention handicapper game analysis tools to untangle all elements that might influence outcome!
The New York Mets (35-37 record), having won their last five games, have shown signs of recovery with recent success and winning streak. Their recent performance indicates a team beginning to find rhythm and cohesion offensively; their average of .247 with an SLG of .400 highlights this fact while power-hitting has seen them hit 82 homeruns this season; an OBP of .319 indicates they’re getting on base at an acceptable rate while there’s room for improvement when capitalizing scoring opportunities; while their pitching staff ERA 4.11 with WHIP of 1.3 have also played key roles when contests turn tight, providing essential contributions crucially during tight contests.
The Chicago Cubs currently stand with an inferior record at 35-39 and recently went 2-3 in their last five games, reflecting some difficulties finding consistency in form. Their lineup has proven less effective with an average team batting average of just .228, as well as an SLG percentage of only .367; yet their pitching performance has improved, holding an ERA of 3.84 with an improved WHIP 1.27. They’ve shown resilience throughout games due to having slightly superior pitching stats compared with Mets; suggesting they may gain advantage during duels.
New York Mets vs. Chicago Cubs 6/22/24 Game Info
| When: | Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 2:20 PM ET |
| Where: | Wrigley Field |
| TV: | FS1 |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Tylor Megill (2-3, 3.52 ERA) vs. Jameson Taillon (3-3, 3.08 ERA)
Tylor Megill may have pitched less innings this season compared to many starters, yet his stats show an excellent pitcher with strong fundamentals who is adept at handling high-pressure situations well. With an ERA of 3.52 that indicates his ability to limit damage across his starts (although small sample size might suggest early exit strategy by Mets), 37 strikeouts to 13 walks ratio as an indication of good control and ability to challenge batters effectively is testament to this claim.
Jameson Taillon has proven more dependable for the Cubs as an innings eater, evidenced by his 61.1 innings pitched at an ERA of 3.08. This indicates his success at controlling games under pressure while keeping composure under strain, something which may prove crucial when facing off against an onslaught from Mets players recently. Although slightly above ideal with respect to WHIP (1.32), Taillon keeps bases relatively clear, thus minimizing opponent scoring opportunities.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
Betting odds have yet to be released; however, given recent form and statistical analysis, the Mets may emerge as slight favorites, given their recent run and offensive firepower. Of course, game results could depend on starting pitcher performance as well as bullpen depth considerations.
New York Mets Betting Trends
The Mets have gone unbeaten against the spread in their last five games and demonstrated exceptional strength on the road with a 17-14 record against spread in road games, showing they perform well regardless of circumstances and could continue this pattern with their bats finding new life recently.
Chicago Cubs Betting Trends
The Cubs have gone 3-2 against the spread in their past five outings, showing some resilience despite an inconsistent win-loss record. At home they’ve maintained an equal record which suggests neither an advantage or disadvantage at Wrigley Field and makes for an unpredictable bet.
New York Mets vs. Chicago Cubs 6/22/24 Betting Picks
As predictions narrow in on an outcome for this series opener, recent form trends favor the Mets with recent offensive success being evident by their surge. Meanwhile, while not underestimating them either way, Cubs may struggle keeping pace if Mets batters maintain their current streak of success.
Given both teams’ current dynamics and starting pitchers slated for their match-ups, current trends suggest the Mets hold the slight edge; however, given how unpredictable baseball can be, prop bets involving total runs or individual player performance might provide safer betting angles.
As for this baseball no-cost prediction, the Mets should extend their winning streak with another impressive performance both from the mound and at bat. Look out for tough competition from Cubs players; but ultimately the Mets will likely prevail due to superior offensive firepower.
Free Pick and Prediction: New York Mets 5, Chicago Cubs.