The New York Mets are gearing up for a crucial series against their division rivals, the Atlanta Braves, following a rainout that disrupted their schedule. The Mets will resume their campaign aiming to extend their winning streak to three games when they host the Braves in the opener of a three-game series on Friday night at their home turf in New York.
The Mets will send left-hander Jose Quintana (1-3, 5.20 ERA) to the mound to face off against the Braves’ right-hander Charlie Morton (2-0, 3.50 ERA).
New York’s recent form has seen them secure back-to-back victories against the St. Louis Cardinals, with slugger Pete Alonso breaking out of a slump to make a significant impact in their last game.
Meanwhile, the Braves are coming off a two-game sweep of the Boston Red Sox, where Marcell Ozuna’s standout performance with two home runs propelled them to victory.
The Mets will be looking to capitalize on their recent form and continue their winning streak against the Braves, who will be aiming to build on their improved offensive display after struggling to score runs in previous outings.
Jose Quintana will be seeking redemption after a disappointing outing in his last start against the Tampa Bay Rays, where he conceded eight runs over just 2 2/3 innings. He has historically struggled against the Braves, with a career record of 3-5 and a 6.55 ERA in nine starts against them.
On the other hand, Charlie Morton will look to maintain his solid form this season against a Mets lineup he has faced numerous times, boasting a career record of 6-6 with a 3.71 ERA in 23 games (22 starts) against New York.
This upcoming game sets the stage for an exciting showdown between two National League East contenders, with both teams eager to gain an early advantage in this pivotal series.
