The Philadelphia Phillies (13-10) and New York Mets (16-7) are set to face off in the second game of their three-game series on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at Citi Field in Queens, New York. The Mets secured a 5-4 victory in the series opener, extending their five-game winning streak and maintaining their dominance at home.
Game Details
- Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025
- Time: 7:10 PM ET
- Venue: Citi Field, Queens, NY
- TV Broadcast: NBC Sports Philadelphia, SNY
- Series Status: Mets lead 1-0
Team Overview & Key Players
New York Mets (16-7, 1st in NL East)
The Mets have been one of the hottest teams in baseball, winning six straight home games and boasting a 9-1 record at Citi Field. Their pitching staff has been dominant, ranking third in MLB in strikeouts per nine innings (9.7 K/9).
Key Players
- Pete Alonso (1B) – Leads the Mets with 24 RBIs in 22 games, continuing his strong offensive production.
- Juan Soto (OF) – Provides power and consistency, batting .289 with six home runs.
- Griffin Canning (SP) – Set to start; holds a 2-1 record with a 3.43 ERA, looking to build on his recent success.
Philadelphia Phillies (13-10, 3rd in NL East)
The Phillies have been solid offensively, ranking first in MLB in strikeouts per nine innings (9.9 K/9). However, their bullpen has struggled, posting a 5.81 ERA over the last 10 games.
Key Players
- Bryce Harper (1B) – Has reached base in 19 straight games, with four doubles, three home runs, and 14 RBIs.
- Kyle Schwarber (DH) – Leads the Phillies with seven home runs and 16 RBIs.
- Cristopher Sánchez (SP) – Set to start; holds a 2-0 record with a 2.96 ERA, looking for his third straight quality start.
Game 2 Pitching Matchup
| Pitcher | Team | Record | ERA | Last Start |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Griffin Canning | Mets | 2-1 | 3.43 | 6.0 IP, 2 ER vs. Braves |
| Cristopher Sánchez | Phillies | 2-0 | 2.96 | 7.0 IP, 2 ER vs. Giants |
Canning has been steady, while Sánchez is looking to continue his strong form after a dominant outing against San Francisco.
Game Outlook & Predictions
- Mets’ Strategy: Expect New York to rely on power hitting, with Alonso and Soto leading the charge.
- Phillies’ Adjustments: Philadelphia must capitalize on scoring opportunities and limit strikeouts against Canning.
- X-Factor: Bryce Harper’s ability to drive in runs could be the difference-maker.
Game Odds
Philadelphia Phillies – 135
New York Mets 8
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, April 21, 2025
