Atlanta Braves (22-12) vs. New York Mets (18-18)
Atlanta Braves vs. New York Mets 5/12/24 – The upcoming matchup at Citi Field features the Atlanta Braves facing off against the New York Mets this Sunday, May 12, 2024. As the Braves look to bolster their lead in the standings, the Mets aim to reach a .500 win percentage. With both teams showing mixed results in their recent outings, this game could be a pivotal point in their seasons. As we dive into the details, we will explore everything from team performances to top MLB free picks for this intriguing Eastern showdown.
The Braves are currently having a good season with a 22-12 record, highlighting not only a good lineup, but also good team work. Their lineup averages .257 and an OPS of .418, which underscores their capacity to create a lot of the team’s scoring chances. Nevertheless, their recent shape reveals some problems, where they have a 2-3 record in their last five matches. The Braves’ game performance against the spread (8-9) implies some inconsistency in covering odds off-the-road. Their staff has a 3.57 ERA and 1.22 WHIP, showing that they do a good job at pitching, but yet they can do better at dominating the games.
The Mets, with their record at 18-18, have been through ups and downs, but they still are serious contenders. Their batting average was only .241 compared to Braves, yet they’ve scored more home runs (38) indicates a possibility of power hitters The Mets headhunters record 334 strikeouts and ERA of 3.72. While the Mets’ balanced stats are not much different from the Braves’, the team had a very similar pattern to the Braves last week with a 2-3 record and not being able to cover the spread on the road (10-7).
Atlanta Braves vs. New York Mets 5/12/24 Game Info
| When: | Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 7:10 PM ET |
| Where: | Citi Field, NY |
| TV: | ESPN |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Bryce Elder (1-1, 5.28 ERA) vs. Luis Severino (2-2, 2.93 ERA)
The Braves’ starting pitcher, Bryce Elder, has faced a difficult season with a high 5.28 ERA and 1.76 WHIP throughout 15.1 innings pitched. It is noteworthy that his performance has shown signs of command and control problems by a number of hits and walks surrendered. How the senior will minimize the damage and effectively manage the innings will be the key when he is going to compete with a Mets team that can punish mistakes.
By contrast, Luis Severino of the Mets proved to be a tougher challenge with his 2.93 ERA and a better 1.18 WHIP in 40 innings. His tremendous strikeout power and a low-walk count are certainly to be credited, however his vulnerability to the home run has been shown, as he has allowed two this season. Severino’s experience and depth could be the key point of Mets success during this pitching matchup.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
As the odds and spreads are yet to be determined, keeping an eye on how the lines set closer to game day will provide better insights. The performance of the starting pitchers and recent team trends will play a significant role in shaping the odds.
Atlanta Braves Betting Trends
The Braves however have demonstrated inconsistent performance against the spread, particularly on the away games. The going OVER in only one of their last five games is a clear trend in the direction of lower-scoring games which is contrary to their all-round offensive capabilities.
New York Mets Betting Trends
The Mets’ recent performance on the road against the spread will entice some bettors chasing underdog value. The fact that OVER has gone 3/5 times in their last 5 games is an indication that their games have become slightly more high-scoring, something that could be linked to them now being able to hit home runs.
Atlanta Braves vs. New York Mets 5/12/24 Betting Picks
Considering both teams’ recent forms and trends, this matchup could be closer than the standings suggest. The Braves have the better record but face a Mets team that has potential in home runs and a solid starting pitcher at the helm.
In terms of betting picks, the game might lean towards a tighter contest with possible value on the Mets if Severino performs to his potential. The under on total runs could also be a sensible pick given both teams’ recent performances in scoring. Look for today’s premium picks to guide the final decisions as the game approaches.
Free Pick and Prediction: New York Mets 4, Atlanta Braves 3.