The New York Mets (98-59) face the Atlanta Braves (98-59) in the 2nd game of their 3-game series Saturday night, with the winner taking sole possession of the NL East lead. First pitch is 7:20 p.m. ET at Truist Park. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Mets vs. Braves odds with MLB picks and predictions.
Season series: Mets lead 9-8
The Mets lost the series opener Friday 5-2' to fall into a tie for the NL East lead with the Braves. They are 3-4 in their last 7 games, alternating losses and wins, but they are 9-4 in their last 13 games.
The Braves won for the 5th time in 6 games to tie the Mets for the division lead. Atlanta is riding high after cracking RHP Jacob deGrom‘s code for the 2nd straight time. They are 10-4 in their last 14 games.