Public money has been heavy on the Brewers as they've won 9 of their last 10 games while the struggling Mets offense hasn't convinced bettors.
Game Overview
The surging Milwaukee Brewers welcome the slumping New York Mets to American Family Field for the second game of their weekend series. The Brewers have been nearly unstoppable, winning seven straight games including Friday's dramatic 3-2 victory where Blake Perkins threw out the potential tying run at home plate for the final out. Meanwhile, the Mets have lost nine of their last ten games and are desperately searching for offensive consistency after being limited to just five hits in Friday's loss. With Milwaukee now boasting MLB's best record at 71-44 and the Mets falling 3.5 games behind Philadelphia in the NL East, this matchup features two teams heading in opposite directions.
Key Matchups & Analysis
- Mets' Offensive Struggles vs. Tobias Myers
The Mets lineup has been ice cold, failing to score more than three runs in six of their last nine games. They face Brewers rookie Tobias Myers, who despite a mediocre 4.30 ERA, will be pitching in the friendly confines of American Family Field where Milwaukee has thrived. - Frankie Montas vs. His Recent Struggles
Montas brings a concerning 6.68 ERA into this matchup after struggling with command issues. His 1.54 WHIP indicates baserunners have been plentiful, and he'll need to keep the ball in the park against a Brewers team that's been taking advantage of their home park's favorable home run factor (1.139). - Bullpen Battle
Milwaukee's bullpen has been exceptional with closer Trevor Megill converting 27 of 30 save opportunities. The Brewers feature one of baseball's best setup men in Abner Uribe (30 holds), giving them late-inning security. The Mets counter with the high-powered duo of Edwin Diaz (23 saves) and Ryan Helsley (21 saves), but middle relief has been inconsistent. - Brewers' Momentum Factor
Milwaukee has won 19 of their last 29 games when trailing first, showing remarkable resilience. Friday's dramatic win (their 7th straight) featuring a walk-off defensive play by Blake Perkins has given them additional momentum heading into Saturday's contest.