The Washington Nationals (42-49) and New York Mets (44-45) open a 3-game set Tuesday. First pitch from Citi Field is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s'lines around the Nationals vs. Mets odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.
Season series: Mets lead 5-2
The Nationals have lost back-to-back games after falling 6-0 to the St. Louis Cardinals Monday as -115 home favorites. LHP Mitchell Parker'allowed 1 ER in 7 innings and picked up the loss.
The Mets snapped a 2-game winning streak with an 8-2 loss against the Pittsburgh Pirates Monday as +108 road underdogs. LF Brandon Nimmo'hit a 2-run HR in the 6th inning, and RHP Erick Orze'allowed 3 ER without recording an out to pick up the loss.