MLB Game Preview: San Francisco Giants (55-56) vs. New York Mets (63-48)

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Game Details

  • Date: Sunday, August 3, 2025
  • Time: 1:40 PM ET
  • Venue: Citi Field, New York, NY
  • Broadcast: ESPN, MLB.tv, MLBN

Game Storylines
Mets Look to Win Series at Home
The New York Mets enter the series finale with a chance to take the rubber match after splitting the first two games. Despite a recent four-game skid, the Mets remain atop the NL East and boast a strong 38-17 home record. Pete Alonso is heating up, launching his 250th career home run on Saturday, while Juan Soto continues to be a force with 25 HR and 63 RBI.

Giants Fighting to Stay in NL Wild Card Race
The San Francisco Giants are hovering around .500 and sit third in the NL West. They’ve struggled recently, going 3-7 in their last 10 games, but have shown flashes of offensive power. Rafael Devers leads the team with 19 home runs and 73 RBI, while Matt Chapman has added three homers in his last 10 games.

Pitching Matchup

  • Montas has struggled with command and hasn’t recorded a quality start this season.
  • Whisenhunt, making just his second MLB start, allowed four earned runs in five innings in his debut.

Game Odds

San Francisco Giants      8.5

New York Mets                 – 168

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Saturday, August 2, 2025

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