The Philadelphia Phillies go for a four-game sweep of the New York Mets in their first series of the season on Thursday.
The Philadelphia Phillies and New York Mets close out this quick two-game series in Philadelphia on Thursday night. Technically this is the fourth game in a row between these two teams but the first two games of that stretch were played in Queens, NY. Either way, this week has been all about the Phillies with them getting the chance to win four straight to open this NL East rivalry this season. Philadelphia has won five of its last six games and is coming off its third win in a row with a 10-5 win of the Mets on Wednesday night in the first game in Philly. Ranger Suarez continues to dominate opponents improving to a MLB-best 8-0 after going five innings without an earned run while only giving up four hits.
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Game Date: May 16, 2024
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Bryce Harper hit a homer after returning to the lineup after missing Tuesday’s game with a migraine. Now the Phillies are up three games over Atlanta for the top spot in the division.
Philadelphia is favored for the sweep with a -150 line for this matchup. The Mets are trying to build some ground now that they sit 11 games back of first. New York will try to turn it around tonight by starting Jose Quintana. The lefty is 1-4 with a 5.44 ERA. Taijuan Walker will go for Philadelphia. The veteran is 3-0 with a 4.82 ERA.
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