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Mets Host the Nationals on 3-Game Home Skid
The Mets are 25-34 at home and face Andrew Alvarez and Robert Stock in the eighth meeting between the teams this season.
The New York Mets host the Washington Nationals on Friday, seeking to end a three-game home losing streak in the eighth meeting between these teams this season.
Washington holds a 60-63 overall record with a 33-27 road mark, maintaining a 4-3 season-series advantage over the 53-69 Mets, who carry a 25-34 home record.
Andrew Alvarez takes the mound for Washington with a 3.76 ERA and 65 strikeouts, while New York starter Robert Stock enters with a 10.13 ERA.
Despite losing two consecutive games, the Mets are-122 favorites against the +102 Nationals, with the over/under set at 8 1/2 runs.
Both clubs manage extensive injury lists, with players including Mark Vientos and James Wood currently on the 10-day injured list as roster depth faces strain.