From odds to top picks, here's all you need to know on the Dodgers-Mets game 1, scheduled to be played on Sunday.
The Los Angeles Dodgers will host the New York Mets in Game 1 of the NLCS on Sunday, October 13, at Chavez Ravine.
While the Dodgers overcame San Diego Padres in a thrilling 5-game series, the Mets eliminated the Philadelphia Phillies 3-1 to secure the Championship series spot.
Ahead of the thrilling matchup, here’s a comprehensive look at the betting angles for Game 1, covering the odds and predictions favorites of the opening game.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have been dominant when labeled as favorites this season, winning 93 out of 146 games, translating to a 63.7% win rate.
However, for their upcoming matchup, the moneyline suggests a 52.4% chance of a Dodgers victory.
Meanwhile, the New York Mets have been less consistent as underdogs, winning 32 of their 69 games in this role, translating to a 46.4% success rate.
However, for this contest, the moneyline implies the Mets have a 47.6% chance of pulling off a win.
The Los Angeles Dodgers made a remarkable comeback after being 2-0 down against the Padres to advance to the Nation League Championship Series. Shohei Ohtani and Kike Hernandez have been standout performers for the Dodgers.
Ohtani has led from the front, leading the team with a .310 batting average, 54 home runs, and 130 RBIs.
Apart from Ohtani and Hernandez, Freddie Freeman has also contributed significantly in the last two games, with 35 doubles and 22 home runs while maintaining a .282 batting average.
With a strong offensive edge and home advantage, the Dodgers are favorites to take Game 1.
The Mets are coming into this series as underdogs. They eliminated Philadelphia to advance to its first playoff series win at Citi Field.
Francisco Lindor has been a driving force for the team, batting .333 over his last five games with three doubles, a home run, and five RBIs.
Pete Alonso adds power to the lineup with his 34 home runs, ranking 12th in the majors.
If Lindor and Alonso can continue their red-hot form, the Mets could certainly cause a big upset on Sunday.
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