The 1st Subway Series of the season kicked off last night, and got off to a hot start. Both teams hit multiple home runs in the 1st inning, and Aaron Judge extended his league lead. This series always brings along extra hype, but it's warranted this season. They're both leading their respective divisions, and many still think this could potentially be a World Series matchup. While there is a long way to go for that, we can still make tonight's game profitable in the meantime. Along with this same game parlay, be sure to check out our thoughts on the side and total for all of today's games.
Mets ML (-166)
1st Half Winning Margin – Mets by 1-2 runs (+240)
Mark Canha to record a hit (-160)
Parlay odds: +597
Let's take a closer look at each leg of our same game parlay.
Mets ML (-166)
Unfortunately the 1st meeting between the New York teams this season is just a short 2-game series. It's also a shame that we won't be getting a battle of aces on the mound with the Yankees starting Domingo German. However, the Mets are putting theirs out there with Max Scherzer being named the starter. That also provides them with an opportunity to sweep the Yankees, albeit in just 2 games. Despite going down 2-0 within just minutes last night, the Mets were still able to come back and win by multiple runs. The Yankees may have the nickname of Bronx Bombers, but their cross-town rivals can be just as formidable at the plate.
The Mets were even able to come back without a home run from the powerful Pete Alonso. However, he did tack on an RBI, adding to his league-leading total of 83. Scherzer doesn't generally need much run support at all, but it will certainly provide confidence when facing the Yankees lineup. He'd certainly be an NL Cy Young favorite had he not missed time; regardless, he's been stellar since returning. Scherzer's been back for 4 starts, pitching at least 6.0 innings in each while allowing just 5 total runs. That's all without mentioning he struck out 39 batters in that span, an average just shy of 10 per game. Giancarlo Stanton being placed on the injured list also gives him 1 less bat to worry about. The Yankees lineup is still as deep as they come, but the Mets have already proven they can be even more potent.