The Philadelphia Phillies (91-61) and New York Mets (84-68) open a 4-game NL East battle Thursday. First pitch from Citi Field is set for 7:15 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s MLB odds around the Phillies vs. Mets odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.
Season series: Philadelphia leads 6-3
Philadelphia lost 2-1 to the Milwaukee Brewers Wednesday while failing to cover as a -102 road favorite. The Phillies have yet to clinch the NL East, but are still near locks to make the postseason.
New York destroyed the Washington Nationals 10-0 Wednesday while covering as a -165 home favorite. The Mets have won 3 straight and are 2 games ahead of Atlanta for 2nd in the NL East and have over a 70% chance to make the playoffs.