New York Mets - San Diego Padres: MLB match betting tip and bets

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New York On September 18, the Padres could not keep the pressure on their field. They got off to a good start: Juan Soto, Pete Alonso (this guy sent the ball over the fence again, for the third game in a row), Starling Marte and Francisco Alvarez hit their bats with home runs. Brett Batey actually put on a show, giving out three hits. The Mets' offense sparkled like sparklers on New Year's Eve.

But here's the pitching. David Peterson, the starting pitcher, missed a rare grand slam, and that was the turning point. The Mets tried to hold their own, but the Padres offense proved too hot. The result is 4-7, and the Mets, with a 78-74 record, continue to cling to the wild card in the National League.

Interesting facts for betting

The Mets are averaging 4.8 runs per game.

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But the San Diego Padres showed yesterday that they are considered one of the favorites for a reason. Manny Machado hit a grand slam in the fifth inning that turned the game on its head. Ramon Laureano added his home run, Jake Cronenworth supported the attack with an RBI single, and Fernando Tatis Jr. was generally omnipresent - four outs and two points scored.

The Padres bullpen worked like a Swiss watch, and Robert Suarez made his 39th save of the season at the end. The record is 83-69 and just two games behind the Los Angeles Dodgers in the fight for the NL West lead.

Interesting facts for betting

The Padres are averaging 4.1 runs per game.