Mark your calendars for a riveting MLB matchup as the New York Mets take on the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park on July 22, 2024, starting at 06:40 PM. Expect some drizzles as the weather forecast predicts light rain for the game day.

David Peterson, with an impressively low ERA of 3.092, will be pitching for the Mets. Opposing him from the Marlins’ side will be Yonny Chirinos, who carries a higher ERA of 5.760. Considering the ERA differential, this gives the Mets a certain edge in the pitching department.

Looking at the standings in the 2024 NL East Division, the Mets are in 7th place with 50 victories against 48 losses. They show a competitive spirit with a recent form of 6 wins in their last 10 games, though they recently suffered a loss. Meanwhile, the Marlins are struggling at the bottom (15th place) in the same division, recording only 35 wins and 64 losses so far.

Focusing on the betting odds, the Mets are favorite in the point spread at -1.5, reflecting their recent better form and superior pitching expected in the game. The total runs (over/under) expected is 8.5, suggesting a moderately high-scoring game. For the moneyline bettors, the numbers are -167 for the Mets and +142 for the Marlins, indicating a tilt toward the Mets as more likely winners in this encounter.