Mets are in close contention to win the division with only the braves breathing down their necks. Mets are starting Taijuan Walker who has been good this year with a 10-3 record, 3.45 ERA, 93 strikeouts, and a 1.21 WHIP. Pirates are starting a fadeable Mitch Keller who is 4-10 on the road, with a 4.43 ERA, 107 strikeouts, and a 1.46 WHIP. I expect runs in this matchup, given that both pitchers are hittable and the relief pitching for both teams aren't reliable. I do think Mets win this game 1 as well but on the road it's tough to think they won't let up some runs, even against a poor batting team like Pittsburgh.

Official Play: Over 8 Runs

Side Bet: Mets over 4.5 runs