Set against the backdrop of a light rain, the New York Mets are ready to compete against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park on July 21, 2024, starting at 1:40 PM. Christian Scott, with an ERA of 4.362 will take the mound for the Mets, while Trevor Rogers, holding a 4.720 ERA, will pitch for the Marlins.

The Mets find themselves in 7th place within the 2024 NL East Division with a 50-47 record, translating to a .520 winning percentage. They are 3rd in divisional games with a 17-13 record and have won 7 of their last 10 matchups, currently riding a one-win streak. Their balanced home and road records show them equally competitive in different venues. The team’s offense and defense are closely matched with 470 runs scored and 458 allowed.

Conversely, the Marlins struggle at 15th in the same division, amassing a 34-64 record which reflects a .350 winning percentage. They are last in the division, having won only 8 games versus 20 losses. With 4 wins in the recent 10 games and a loss in their most previous, the Marlins face significant challenges both at home and away. Offensively, they are behind having scored 342 runs while conceding 493.

Focusing on the game’s odds, the over/under is set at 8.5. With a point spread of 1.5, the Mets are favored on the road with a -150 away team money line, suggesting higher confidence in their ability to secure a win. In contrast, the home team, Marlins, stands with a more hopeful +128, reflecting the challenges they face to leverage a home field advantage into a victory.