Set your calendars for August 11, 2024, as the New York Mets take on the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park at 7:10 pm. Despite expecting overcast weather conditions, fans are in for an exciting contest. Luis Severino will take the mound for the Mets with an ERA of 4.057, while Luis Castillo, with a solid ERA of 3.478, will represent the Mariners.
In the 2024 divisional race, the Mets sit 7th in the NL East, holding a 61-56 record. Despite a recent slip with two consecutive losses (L2 streak), they’ve managed a .520 winning percentage, securing 20 of their 36 divisional games. Their performance shows more stability in night games with 38 wins, compared to 23 during the day. The Mets have amassed 560 runs, offset by 529 runs allowed.
Meanwhile, the Mariners find themselves 8th in the AL West Division with a slightly better .530 winning percentage equating to a 62-56 record. Currently on a three-game winning streak (W3), they have secured 19 of the 32 divisional matches. With a notable advantage in night games, they have scored 40 wins compared to 22 in daytime outings. Overall, their strong defense has conceded only 436 runs while scoring 465.
For bettors, the competitive odds mirror the closely matched teams. The point spread stands at -1.5 favoring the New York Mets. The over/under for the game is pegged at 7.5 runs, indicative of a tight, potentially low-scoring game. For teams’ win likelihood, the Mets come in at +111 on the moneyline, suggesting a tight contest with the Mariners who are slightly favored with a -131 moneyline. These odds could swing slightly as game day approaches, influenced by any last-minute team changes or shifts in weather conditions.