A key to winning will be the Diamondbacks offense. Their 5.36 runs scored per game is the third best in the league (and much higher than the Mets 4.21 runs scored per game). But they are facing a great defensive team. The Mets have allowed 2.93 runs per game, the lowest in the league.
Three additional challenges follow:
- It’s a home game for the Mets. Their record in home games is 12 wins and 1 loss (games through 27 April).
“Citifield was rocking last night. Big crowd and a Lindor walk off.