Philadelphia Phillies vs New York Mets Highlights MLB Odds Menu

A key battle on the MLB betting odds menu sees the visiting New York Mets dueling the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday at Citizens Bank Park.

The Philadelphia Phillies will turn to Vince Velasquez and his 2-0 record as they look for a win in this one, while the New York Mets send Logan Verrett (0-0) to the hill.

Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick

The visiting New York Mets were -115 moneyline favorites in this one earlier in the day at most online sportsbooks including Sportsbook. The total was 7.5 at Sportsbook for those preferring over under betting.

Odds Shark computer prediction handicapping models run on this game pick a 4.6-2.7 victory for the Mets. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming MLB matchups here.

New York Mets vs Philadelphia Phillies Matchup

Team Betting Records & Power Rankings

Philadelphia (6-8) will face the 6-6 Mets in this tilt. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Philadelphia vs New York injuries news.

The Odds Shark MLB Power Rankings have the Philadelphia Phillies at No. 17 and the New York Mets at No. 7 heading into this contest.

Statistical Matchup

Scoring stats point to some edges in this matchup. The game features the Philadelphia Phillies No. 30-ranked scoring average of 2.57 runs per game, against a New York Mets offense rated No. 22 and scoring 3.5 runs per game. The Phillies have averaged 6.5 hits per game to date this season, less than the Mets hitters have managed (7.5 per nine innings).

Pitching and defensive stats are important baseball handicapping betting factors and Philadelphia has the No. 14-ranked defense. In the other dugout, the Mets own the No. 6 mark in runs allowed.