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Mets Lean on Peterson in Game 2 After Alonso’s Franchise-Record Night

Tonight’s matchup tests the Mets’ rotation depth against a veteran pitcher enduring his toughest campaign

Overview

  • The Mets lead the three-game series 1-0 after a 13-5 rout in Game 1 that snapped a seven-game skid and saw Pete Alonso become the club’s all-time home run leader
  • Game 2 at Citi Field begins at 7:10 p.m. ET with lefty David Peterson (7-5, 2.98 ERA) opposed by veteran Carlos Carrasco (2-2, 6.18 ERA)
  • Peterson’s season-long consistency stands in stark contrast to Carrasco’s struggles, and analysts are watching for positive regression from the Braves starter
  • Atlanta has tweaked its lineup with Sean Murphy back behind the plate and Ozzie Albies sliding into the cleanup spot
  • FS1 will televise tonight’s game with streaming available on DirecTV Stream, FuboTV and SlingTV, and the Mets are installed as -200 favorites