The Washington Nationals will face the New York Mets on Monday, Sept. 16, at 7:10 p.m. The game will take place at Citi Field in New York and will be broadcast on MLBN. The Nationals have a money line of +162, while the Mets are at -192. The forecast predicts broken clouds with a high of 77°F. This matchup is crucial for MLB bettors and fans looking at the betting odds.
Nationals vs. Mets pregame odds for Sept. 16
The Mets are currently listed as favorites over the Nationals. The over/under for the game is 7.5 runs. With a run line set at 1.5, NY sportsbooks project a competitive matchup. Below are the odds from various sportsbooks:
- FanDuel: Mets -188, Nationals +158, over/under 7.5
- BetMGM: Mets -190, Nationals +155, over/under 7.5
- Fanatics: Mets -192, Nationals +160, over/under 7.5
- Caesars: Mets -190, Nationals +158, over/under 7.5
Odds are subject to change for Nationals vs. Mets
Nationals vs. Mets projected starting lineups today
Nationals starting lineup
- RF Dylan Crews (R)
- LF James Wood (L)
- DH Juan Yepez (R)
- 1B Andrés Chaparro (R)
- 3B José Tena (L)
- 2B Ildemaro Vargas (S)
- SS CJ Abrams (L)
- C Keibert Ruiz (S)
- CF Jacob Young (R)
Mets starting lineup
- SS Francisco Lindor (S)
- CF Brandon Nimmo (L)
- 3B Mark Vientos (R)
- 1B Pete Alonso (R)
- LF Jesse Winker (L)
- DH J.D. Martinez (R)
- RF Starling Marte (R)
- 2B Jose Iglesias (R)
- C Francisco Alvarez (R)
Projected lineups and injuries are Sportsdata.io
Nationals vs. Mets probable starters for Monday
| Starters | W-L | ERA | WHIP | K% | BB% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (WSH) Jake Irvin (R) | 10-12 | 4.19 | 1.19 | 20.2 | 6.1 |
| (NYM) Sean Manaea (L) | 11-5 | 3.35 | 1.10 | 24.7 | 8.7 |
Nationals vs. Mets Injuries for Monday
Washington Nationals
Trevor Williams (SP) – Out, Hip Flexor, expected return in September.
Alex Call (LF) – Out, Foot/Ankle, on 10-day injured list.
Joan Adon (SP) – Out, Shoulder/Biceps, on 15-day injured list, expected return in September.
New York Mets
Starling Marte (RF) – Questionable, Forearm, uncertain to play.
Francisco Lindor (SS) – Questionable, Back, uncertain to play.
Jeff McNeil (2B) – Out, Wrist, on 10-day injured list, out for regular season.
Team standings & stats for today’s game
Washington Nationals team stats
The Nationals (68-81) are in fourth place in the NL East. They rank 13th in the league, with a batting average of .244 and an ERA of 4.28. Their recent performance shows a three-game winning streak, with a 6-4 record in the last ten games. In their last game against the Marlins, they secured a win with a batting average of .188 and four strikeouts.
- Runs per game: 4.2
- Team average: .244
- Team home runs: 127
- Team Stolen bases: 209
- Team ERA: 4.28
- Team pitching strikeouts: 1213
New York Mets team stats
The Mets (81-68) hold the second position in the NL East, with their rank reflected in current Mets betting odds. They rank 6th in the league, with a batting average of .247 and an ERA of 3.96. Despite a current two-game losing streak, they have a 6-4 record in the last ten games. Their last game against the Phillies resulted in a loss, with a batting average of .212 and eight strikeouts.
- Runs per game: 4.8
- Team average: .247
- Team home runs: 189
- Team Stolen bases: 98
- Team ERA: 3.96
- Team pitching strikeouts: 1327
Player Stats for Nationals vs Mets
James Wood is a key player for the Nationals, going 2-for-3 with two home runs in a recent win against the Marlins. The Mets’ David Peterson pitched 7 one-run innings against the Phillies. Francisco Lindor, who leads the Mets in several categories, is undergoing an MRI for a back issue. Both teams have notable performers that could impact MLB betting odds.
Nationals Leaders Ahead of Monday’s Game
For the Nationals, Luis García Jr. and CJ Abrams are crucial. García Jr. leads in batting average and RBIs, while Abrams leads in home runs and runs. Their performances will be pivotal for the Nationals’ chances.
- AVG Leader: Luis García Jr. .282
- HR Leader: CJ Abrams 20
- RBI Leader: Luis García Jr. 65
- Runs Leader: CJ Abrams 77
- SB Leader: Jacob Young 32
Mets Leaders Ahead of Monday’s Game
The Mets rely heavily on Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso. Lindor leads in batting average, RBIs, and runs, while Alonso leads in home runs. Their contributions will be significant for the Mets’ performance.
- AVG Leader: Francisco Lindor .271
- HR Leader: Pete Alonso 32
- RBI Leader: Francisco Lindor 86
- Runs Leader: Francisco Lindor 103
- SB Leader: Francisco Lindor 27