MLB Game Preview: New York Mets (11-21) vs. Los Angeles Angels (12-21)

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Venue: Angel Stadium of Anaheim — Anaheim, California

First Pitch: 6:38 PM PT / 9:38 PM ET

Broadcast: SNY / Bally Sports West / MLB.tv

WEATHER REPORT — ANAHEIM

Temperature: 67–70°F at first pitch

Wind: 6–9 mph blowing out to left field

Sky: Clear

Impact:

Slight boost for right‑handed power hitters

Neutral for pitchers with strong ground‑ball profiles

INJURY REPORT

New York Mets

Francisco Lindor — day‑to‑day (hamstring tightness)

Kodai Senga — IL (shoulder)

Edwin Díaz — IL (elbow)

Starling Marte — IL (back)

Tylor Megill — IL (forearm)

The Mets are missing their closer, a top starter, and two key lineup pieces.

Los Angeles Angels

Mike Trout — IL (back)

Anthony Rendon — IL (hip)

Reid Detmers — IL (shoulder)

José Soriano — day‑to‑day (finger)

Luis Rengifo — IL (hamstring)

The Angels’ lineup is missing its superstar and two core infielders.

PROBABLE PITCHING MATCHUP

New York — RHP Luis Severino (1–3, 4.91 ERA, 1.39 WHIP)

Severino has been inconsistent, flashing ace‑level innings but struggling with command and home‑run prevention. His slider has been sharp, but fastball location remains a concern.

Los Angeles — RHP Chase Silseth (2–2, 4.22 ERA, 1.31 WHIP)

Silseth has taken a step forward in 2026. Improved strikeout rate, better pitch sequencing, and strong home splits. Still vulnerable to left‑handed power.

Pitching Edge: Slight to Angels (Silseth’s consistency + home performance).

TEAM RECORDS & RECENT FORM

New York Mets (11–21)

Last 10: 3–7

Road record: 4–11

Runs per game last 10: 3.7

Team ERA last 10: 5.02

The Mets are struggling on both sides of the ball, especially on the road.

Los Angeles Angels (12–21)

Last 10: 4–6

Home record: 6–10

Runs per game last 10: 4.3

Team ERA last 10: 4.61

The Angels are inconsistent but showing signs of offensive life.

KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS

1. Pete Alonso (NYM) vs. Chase Silseth

Alonso has 4 HR in his last 10 games.

Silseth struggles vs. right‑handed power when behind in counts. Micro‑edge: Alonso

2. Brandon Drury (LAA) vs. Luis Severino

Drury is hitting .315 with 3 HR in his last 12.

Severino has been vulnerable to right‑handed pull hitters. Micro‑edge: Drury

3. Brett Baty (NYM) vs. Angels Bullpen

Baty has a .360 OBP in his last 10.

Angels bullpen ERA last 10: 4.88 Micro‑edge: Baty

4. Nolan Schanuel (LAA) vs. Mets Middle Relief

Schanuel’s contact skills play well vs. high‑walk relievers.

Mets middle relief has been unreliable without Díaz. Micro‑edge: Schanuel

SERIES HISTORY

2025–26 Season Series: Angels lead 1–0 (LAA won 5–2 on May 1)

Last 10 meetings: Angels lead 6–4

At Angel Stadium: Angels 5–2 in last 7

Los Angeles has controlled this interleague matchup recently.

BETTING TRENDS

New York Mets

3–7 last 10

2–6 in last 8 road games

Under is 6–4 in last 10

1–5 in last 6 vs. AL West

Los Angeles Angels

4–6 last 10

3–4 in last 7 home games

Over is 6–4 in last 10

5–2 in last 7 vs. NL East

Game Odds

New York Mets                 – 120

Los Angeles Angels         7.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 1, 2026

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