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- The Subway Series is back, with the New York Yankees and New York Mets facing off Tuesday night for the first in a 2-game sprint.
- The Mets lead the season series 2-0 after downing the Yankees twice at the end of June in a pair of high-scoring affairs.
- See the best picks, odds and a prediction for Tuesday’s game below.
The Subway Series is back, ladies and gentlemen.
And it means a lot this season. Both New York squads are above .500 and playing well as we near August. The Yankees boast one of the best records in MLB while the Mets have been on a hot streak, winning 7 of their last 10. On top of that, we’re in for a treat with some serious offensive firepower set to take to the plate tonight – Aaron Judge, Juan Soto, Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso are among the best in the league.
Tonight’s game starts at 7:05 p.m. ET on TBS from Yankee Stadium. Keep scrolling for a look at the latest odds, best player prop picks and a prediction of tonight’s game.
Subway Series Prediction (July 23)
- NYM vs. NYY pick: Yankees ML (-155), O 9 runs (-115)
Tonight’s pitching matchup pits Luis Gil against Jose Quintana. Gil is having a superstar season while Quintana is putting together a respectable past month following a rough April and May.
This will be Gil’s 2nd stint against the Mets this season, and the last outing didn’t go too well for him. The Mets handed Gil the L with 4 hits across 4 innings, driving in 5 runs in a 12-2 blowout loss (see highlights in below section). I expect a better outing from Gil tonight in front of a “home” crowd.
I also expect another high scoring affair, which favors the Yankees as they get to bat last. Given the fact the home team has won both previous matchups, I’m gonna roll with the Yankees to win straight up.
Mets vs. Yankees Odds
| Team | Runline | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York Mets | +1.5 (-155) | +130 | O 9 (-115) |
| New York Yankees | -1.5 (+130) | -155 | U 9 (-105) |
Odds above via Caesars Sportsbook. Check out our Caesars Promo Code for a look at one of the best welcome offers in the business.
Folks, this is going to be a good one. The Yankees are the more complete team on paper, but the Mets have been as hot as any team in MLB not named the Detroit Tigers. The Yankees are considered home favorites according to Caesars, sitting at -155 to win outright and +130 to win by 2 or more runs.
The Mets, meanwhile, are +130 to win outright and -155 to win or keep the game within a run at +1.5.
The Over/Under for this matchup has been set at 9 per Caesars, with the over just slightly favored. This total seems high because it is – both previous Subway Series matchups this season eclipsed 14 combined runs.
Player Props to bet for Mets vs. Yankees (July 23)
| Player Props (Subway Series) | Odds |
|---|---|
| Luis Gil Under 6.5 Ks | -175 |
| Jose Quintana Over 4.5 Ks | +120 |
| Francisco Alvarez Over 0.5 Hits | -155 |
All odds above via DraftKings Sportsbook.
Gil was well under this total last time out against the Mets, and though I think he’ll have a better outing than last time asking for 7 Ks against one of the hotter teams in baseball is a tough ask. The Mets are seeing the ball well this season too, averaging under a K per inning this season.
This total seems low to me for a guy who has surpassed this number in 5 of his last 6 outings against teams that have seen the ball better than the Yankees this season (Houston and Washington). I don’t expect this to be the prettiest outing from Quintana, but 5 Ks is an achievable number.
Alvarez had an excellent outing against Gil last time around, drawing a walk and a 2-run home run. He did struggle against Miami, but he had recorded a hit in 8 straight games prior to that series.
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The highly anticipated matchup between the New York Mets and the New York Yankees on July 23rd is sure to be a thrilling game for baseball fans. Both teams have been performing well this season, making it difficult to predict the outcome of this interleague showdown.
As of now, the odds for the game are fairly even, with both teams having a strong chance of coming out on top. The Mets have been on a hot streak lately, winning seven of their last ten games and currently sitting in first place in the NL East. On the other hand, the Yankees have also been playing well, sitting in second place in the AL East and winning six of their last ten games.
One key factor to consider when making predictions for this game is the pitching matchup. The Mets are likely to start their ace, Jacob deGrom, who has been dominant on the mound this season with a 1.08 ERA and 146 strikeouts. The Yankees will counter with their own ace, Gerrit Cole, who has also been impressive with a 2.68 ERA and 147 strikeouts.
In terms of props for the game, bettors may want to consider placing bets on the total number of runs scored, as both teams have potent offenses that are capable of putting up big numbers. Another prop to consider is the over/under on the number of strikeouts for deGrom and Cole, as both pitchers are known for their ability to rack up strikeouts.
Overall, this Mets vs Yankees matchup is shaping up to be a close and exciting game that could go either way. Fans and bettors alike will be eagerly watching to see which team comes out on top in this battle of New York baseball.
