Game Details
- Matchup: New York Mets vs. Philadelphia Phillies
- Date: Sunday, June 22, 2025
- Time: 7:10 PM ET
- Venue: Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia, PA
- Broadcast: ESPN, MLB.TV
Series Recap & Stakes
This is the final game of a three-game set and the sixth meeting of the season between these NL East rivals. The Mets lead the season series 3-2, but both teams are tied atop the division at 46-31. With playoff positioning on the line, this one’s a must-watch.
New York Mets – Team Snapshot
- Record: 46-31 (T-1st in NL East)
- Road Record: 18-21
- Last 10 Games: 3-7
- Key Players:
- Pete Alonso: .294 AVG, 18 HR, 64 RBI – team leader in all three categories
- Juan Soto: .256 AVG, 16 HR, 63 BB – elite OBP and power combo
- Brandon Nimmo: .249 AVG, 15 HR – riding a four-game hitting streak
Starting Pitcher:
David Peterson (5-2, 2.60 ERA) – The lefty has been a bright spot in the Mets’ rotation, with 74 strikeouts and just 2 HR allowed in 69.1 innings.
Philadelphia Phillies – Team Snapshot
- Record: 46-31 (T-1st in NL East)
- Home Record: 25-13
- Last 10 Games: 8-2
- Key Players:
- Kyle Schwarber: 23 HR, 54 RBI – 5th in MLB in homers
- Trea Turner: .298 AVG, 19 SB – table-setter with pop and speed
- Nick Castellanos: .283 AVG, 19 doubles – consistent bat in the middle
Starting Pitcher:
Jesús Luzardo (6-3, 4.41 ERA) – The lefty has 97 strikeouts but has struggled with command at times. He’s 2-1 with a 3.60 ERA in three career starts vs. the Mets.
Key Matchup Insights
- Pitching Edge: Peterson’s 2.60 ERA and low HR rate give the Mets a slight edge on the mound.
- Offensive Trends: Phillies are averaging 5.7 runs/game over their last 10; Mets just 3.6.
- Injury Watch: Phillies are without Bryce Harper and Aaron Nola; Mets missing Jose Siri, Mark Vientos, and several arms including Kodai Senga and Sean Manaea.
- Momentum Factor: Phillies are 8-2 in their last 10, but the Mets’ offense exploded on Saturday with multiple HRs from Soto and Nimmo.
Game Odds
New York Mets 9.5
Philadelphia Phillies – 126
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, June 21, 2025
