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New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 27, 2025

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Apr 28, 2025 12:30 AM
The Washington Nationals, looking to even their home record, welcome the red-hot New York Mets to Nationals Park on Sunday at 1:35 PM. The Mets, sitting atop the NL East with a impressive 19-8 record, will aim to take the series lead against the Nationals, who are looking to bounce back from a sluggish start to the season. This matchup is poised to be an exciting showdown between two NL East rivals.
New York Mets vs Washington Nationals

Current Odds

NYM
WSH
Over
9.5
+103
Under
9.5
-104
NYM
-1.5
+110
WSH
+1.5
-116
NYM
ML
-146
WSH
ML
+142

Mets vs Nationals statistics

Stat Mets Nationals
Hits 209 (Tied-17th) 209 (Tied-17th)
Batting Average .235 (19th) .237 (17th)
Runs Batted In 106 (16th) 104 (17th)
Runs 111 (16th) 110 (17th)
Home Runs 25 (18th) 27 (Tied-15th)
Walks 86 (18th) 80 (Tied-23rd)
Stolen Bases 17 (Tied-22nd) 27 (Tied-7th)
Strikeouts 203 (6th) 201 (5th)
Pitches 3955 (16th) 3788 (21st)

Washington Nationals recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/26/25 vs New York Mets L 2-0
4/25/25 vs New York Mets W 5-4
4/24/25 vs Baltimore Orioles L 2-1
4/23/25 vs Baltimore Orioles W 4-3
4/22/25 vs Baltimore Orioles W 7-0

New York Mets recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/26/25 @ Washington Nationals W 2-0
4/25/25 @ Washington Nationals L 5-4
4/23/25 vs Philadelphia Phillies W 4-3 F/10
4/22/25 vs Philadelphia Phillies W 5-1
4/21/25 vs Philadelphia Phillies W 5-4

Washington Nationals injuries

  • Orlando Ribalta (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Andres Chaparro (1B): 10-Day-IL
  • Derek Law (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Tyler Stuart (SP): Day-To-Day
  • Michael Soroka (SP): 15-Day-IL

New York Mets injuries

  • Edwin Diaz (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Rafael Ortega (CF): Day-To-Day
  • Oliver Ortega (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Ronny Mauricio (SS): 10-Day-IL
  • Paul Blackburn (SP): 15-Day-IL

Mets vs Nationals game info

Type Info
Venue Nationals Park
Location Washington, District of Columbia
First pitch Sun 1:35 PM
Temperature 66°
Chance of Rain 0%

Mets vs Nationals predictions

When it comes to the New York Mets, Pete Alonso is undoubtedly one player to keep an eye on. The big man is hitting a solid .333 and continues to pack a punch with 6 home runs so far this season. He's a powerhouse at the plate and could certainly make a significant impact in this matchup. Speaking of impact, Francisco Lindor is another name that promises to bring excitement with every at-bat. With his knack for clutch hits and driving runs, don't be surprised if Lindor contributes multiple hits against the Washington Nationals on Sunday. And let's not forget about Tylor Megill, who's been pretty reliable for the Mets on the mound. With a good mix of velocity and control, he could be a key factor in suppressing runs and leading his team to victory.

Turning our attention to the Washington Nationals, the young catcher Keibert Ruiz has been quite the bright spot. With a neat .300 batting average, Ruiz has a knack for finding his way on base, and he might just be doing a dance around the bases against the Mets. Also worth noting is the power-hitting James Wood, who has managed to rack up 8 home runs this early in the season. If anyone’s going to send a ball soaring out of Nationals Park, you’d be hard-pressed to bet against him. This brings us to Nathaniel Lowe, another valuable batter with a prominent role in the lineup. His ability to drive in runs can be the game-changer for the Nationals if he manages to get those bats hot early.

As for which team might come out on top, it's quite the toss-up. The Mets have been a formidable force in the NL East this season, sitting pretty at the top of the division. However, with the Nationals hoping to peck away at an even record, they aren't a team to be taken lightly on their home turf. The matchup will likely come down to pitching, a few clutch hits, and how well each team capitalizes on their opportunities at the plate. While the Mets’ consistency gives them a slight edge in this clash, it's baseball, and anything is possible. With the crack of the bat and roar from the stands, this game is shaping up to be a thrilling showdown at Nationals Park. What are your expectations?

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