MLB Odds with Pick - New York Mets vs Philadelphia Phillies

Citizens Bank Park hosts an MLB battle between the Philadelphia Phillies and the visiting New York Mets on Saturday.

It's a pitching duel between Henderson Alvarez for the Philadelphia Phillies (0-1 on the year) and Seth Lugo for New York Mets (7-5 so far).

Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick

Those going with the Philadelphia Phillies in this one found them listed on the odds board as moneyline underdogs of 131 at Sportsbook for Saturday's contest. The betting total was hovering near 8 at Sportsbook.

Odds Shark prediction models pick the Mets to win this game 4.2-2.3. 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

The Philadelphia Phillies sport a record of 65-95 heading into this matchup, while the New York Mets sit at 69-91 on the season 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. 13 and the New York Mets at No. 25 heading into this contest.

Statistical Matchup

The game also pits Philadelphia Phillies No. 27-rated offense, averaging 4.22 runs per game, against a New York Mets defense that ranks No. 28 at 5.3 in runs allowed per game. The Philadelphia Phillies have averaged 8.51 hits per game so far, less than New York Mets batters have averaged on the year (8.53 hits per game).

Pitching and defensive stats are important baseball handicapping betting factors and Philadelphia has the No. 18-ranked defense. In the other dugout, the Mets own the No. 28 mark in runs allowed.