Yankees vs Mets Prediction MLB Picks Today 7/25

Yankees vs Mets Prediction MLB Picks Today 7/25

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Introduction

Get ready for an exciting cross-town rivalry as the New York Mets take on the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. This matchup promises to be a thrilling battle between two competitive teams. In this article, we will analyze the pitching prowess of both teams and provide insights into their hitting performances. Additionally, we'll review the injuries on each side and present a detailed prediction for the game.

 

New York Mets (46-53, fourth in the NL East)

Pitching Analysis

The Mets' ace, Justin Verlander, is set to take the mound, and he has a history of dominating the Yankees. Verlander holds a solid 4-5 record this season with an impressive 3.47 ERA and 1.16 WHIP. He has been consistent in keeping the opposition at bay, recording 70 strikeouts in just 83.0 innings pitched.

Hitting Analysis

Pete Alonso has been the driving force behind the Mets' offense, leading the team with 26 home runs and 63 RBIs. Despite a .212 batting average, his power hitting has been instrumental in providing run support for the team.

Injuries

The Mets are dealing with some injuries to key players, including Starling Marte, Calvin William Ziegler, Lorenzo Cedrola, Joey Lucchesi, and Ryley Gilliam, who are all day-to-day or on the 10-day IL. Their absence might affect the team's performance in this crucial matchup.

 

New York Yankees (53-47, fifth in the AL East)

Pitching Analysis

The Yankees will rely on Domingo German, who has a 5-6 record this season with a 4.52 ERA and 1.08 WHIP. German has demonstrated his ability to strike out batters with 101 Ks in 97.2 innings pitched, making him a formidable opponent on the mound.

Hitting Analysis

Aaron Judge and Gleyber Torres have been crucial for the Yankees' offense. Judge has 19 home runs with a .291 batting average, while Torres has 16 home runs with a .264 average.

Injuries

The Yankees are dealing with injuries to key players like Luis Serna, Jonathan Loaisiga, Gleyber Torres, and Aaron Judge. Their absence might have an impact on the team's batting lineup.

 

Prediction

Based on the pitching history of Justin Verlander against the Yankees and his impressive performance this season, we predict that the New York Mets will emerge victorious in this matchup. Verlander's dominance against the Yankees in his career will provide an edge for the Mets on the mound.

Although the Yankees possess formidable hitters like Aaron Judge and Gleyber Torres, the Mets' lineup, led by Pete Alonso, is equally capable of producing runs. The injuries on both sides might level the playing field, but the Mets' pitching advantage is the key factor in our prediction.

Expect a closely contested game, but Verlander's ability to control the Yankees' hitting lineup and the Mets' power hitting led by Alonso will give the Mets the upper hand in sealing the victory.

 

Pick: Mets ML -130

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