The New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies are set to face off in the NLDS after contrasting weeks leading up to the series. The Mets had a hectic schedule, playing multiple games and traveling back and forth between Atlanta and Milwaukee. On the other hand, the Phillies had a bye week and stayed in Philadelphia awaiting their opponent.
In their first-ever postseason matchup, the Mets secured a victory against the Phillies with a thrilling eighth-inning comeback. The NLDS schedule is as follows:
– Game 1: Saturday, Oct. 5 at 4:08 p.m. ET on Fox
– Game 2: Sunday, Oct. 6 at 4:08 p.m. ET on FS1
– Game 3: Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 5:08 p.m. ET on FS1
– Game 4 (if necessary): Wednesday, Oct. 9 at 5:08 p.m. ET on FS1
– Game 5 (if necessary): Friday, Oct. 11 at 4:08 p.m. ET on FS1
The Phillies won the season series against the Mets, outscoring them 69-59. However, the Mets have shown resilience and determination throughout the season, making them a formidable opponent in the NLDS.
The Phillies finished the season with the second-best record in baseball at 95-67, fueled by a strong first half performance. Despite a more inconsistent second half, they have a talented roster with four All-Star-caliber starting pitchers, a potent offense, and a reliable bullpen.
On the other hand, the Mets have defied the odds and continued to win crucial games when faced with adversity. Despite finishing six games behind the Phillies in the regular season, the Mets had the best record in baseball from June onwards. With a confident offense and a never-say-die attitude, the Mets are a team to be reckoned with in the postseason.
As the NLDS kicks off, baseball fans can expect an exciting and competitive series between the Mets and Phillies. The outcome of this series will ultimately come down to which team can execute under pressure and capitalize on key moments on the field. Stay tuned to see how this thrilling NLDS matchup unfolds.
