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Big Mike's free selection for Monday, April 21
2025-04-21 19:10:00
4/21 04:10 PM PT / 7:10 PM ET

MLB (953) PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES VS (954) NEW YORK METS

Take: (954) NEW YORK METS

On Monday, April 21, 2025, the Philadelphia Phillies visit Citi Field to take on the New York Mets in a key early-season National League East showdown. First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 PM ET, with Aaron Nola getting the start for the Phillies opposite Mets right-hander Tylor Megill. Nola is still looking for his first win of the season, coming in with a surprising 0–4 record and a bloated 6.65 ERA. Despite racking up 25 strikeouts in 21.2 innings, he's struggled with command and consistency, allowing too many base runners and failing to get deep into games. On the other side, Megill has been a bright spot in the Mets’ rotation, posting a sharp 1.40 ERA and keeping the ball in the yard with zero home runs allowed across his 19.1 innings of work.

The Phillies have shown offensive life, hitting .253 as a team and scoring 98 runs so far, but their pitching staff has been unreliable, with a team ERA of 4.28. The bullpen in particular has been shaky, prompting speculation that changes may be coming if performances don’t improve soon. The Mets, meanwhile, are winning with pitching. They boast a stellar 2.27 team ERA and have leaned on their staff to offset a team batting average of just .225. Still, Pete Alonso continues to power their lineup, leading the team in average, home runs, and RBIs.

With Nola’s early-season struggles, New York should have the edge in this lower-scoring affair. This game could set the tone for the rest of the series, especially if the Mets continue to get quality outings from their rotation.

Take: New York Mets




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