The New York Mets (10-8) and Los Angeles Dodgers (12-9) meet Friday to open a 3-game series. First pitch from Dodger Stadium is set for 10:10 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Mets vs. Dodgers odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.
Season series: First meeting; tied 3-3 last season
New York routed the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-1 Wednesday while covering as a -154 home favorite. New York has scored 6 or more runs in 3 of its last 5 games. The Mets have won 4 straight and have allowed only 1 run in 3 of their last 4 wins.
Los Angeles suffered a 2-0 loss vs. the Washington Nationals Wednesday while failing to cover as a -216 home favorite. The Dodgers have lost 3 of their last 4 games and are only 2-4 in their last 6 games, all 6 being at home.