The NY Mets begin a four-game road series against the Washington Nationals today in the nation's capital. New York arrives having swept their recent seven-game homestand, improving their record to 18-7. The Mets won all three games against the Philadelphia Phillies this week, securing victories in varied fashion.
The Washington Nationals hold an 11-14 record entering the set. They recently took two of three games from the Baltimore Orioles. Washington is currently in fourth place in the NL East standings.
The Mets offense has produced 105 runs this season, matching Washington's run total. New York's starting pitching has compiled a 2.34 ERA, lowest in baseball. The Nationals rotation holds a 3.53 ERA. Washington relievers have posted a 6.69 ERA.
The series opener features Mets right-hander Kodai Senga opposing Nationals right-hander Jake Irvin. Senga has not allowed an earned run over his last three starts, spanning 17.2 innings. His ERA stands at 0.79. Irvin carries a 3.68 ERA over 29.1 innings pitched this year. For viewing details, fans can watch on SNY.
Saturday's Nats game pits Mets starter Clay Holmes against Brad Lord. Holmes enters with a 3.16 ERA across 25.2 innings. Lord has a 4.73 ERA over 13.1 innings.
Sunday's contest features Mets righty Tylor Megill (1.07 ERA) facing Nationals left-hander Mitchell Parker (1.73 ERA). Both pitchers have started the season effectively.
Right-hander Griffin Canning is scheduled to pitch for New York in the Monday Mets vs Nationals finale. Canning holds a 3.12 ERA. Washington is expected to counter with former Met Trevor Williams, who has a 5.11 ERA this season.
The Mets welcome back catcher Francisco Alvarez and infielder Jeff McNeil this series. Both players completed rehab assignments and are expected to rejoin the active roster. Alvarez and McNeil return to a team that has performed well through the first month of the season.
To follow the games on mobile devices, fans can use the MLB App.
