On Monday, a series opener is on the schedule, with the New York Mets (89-52) hosting the Chicago Cubs (58-82) at 7:10 PM ET.
The Cubs are a heavy underdog (+234 on the moneyline) when they visit the Mets (-289). The Mets will give the ball to Chris Bassitt (13-7) versus the Cubs and Javier Assad (0-1).
The Mets won their most recent game against the Marlins yesterday by a 9-3 score. Tomas Nido went 3-for-4 with a double, a home run and three RBI to lead them offensively. Taijuan Walker picked up the win on the strength of seven innings, giving up one earned run on five hits while striking out 10.
The Cubs lost to the Giants yesterday, with Hayden Wesneski getting the loss while pitching 3 2/3 innings, giving up three earned runs on four hits while striking out three. Zach McKinstry went 4-for-5 with a double and a triple to lead the Cubs’ offense.