Orioles vs. Mets: Game 2 predictions, odds and picks - August 20, MLB 2024
The Baltimore Orioles will hope to turn things around after their narrow defeat against the New York Mets. The O's scored three runs but the Mets prevailed as they won in walk-off style with a solo home run from Francisco Alvarez.
Seranthony Dominguez suffered the loss as he gave up the winning run. Brandon Hyde will hand over the ball to Dean Kremer as their starter in Game 2. Kremer's 2024 stint has been slightly disappointing with a 4.48 ERA and has only won only five games and dropped nine. The O's need their bats to sustain and provide enough support for Kremer.
The Mets were a tough opponent in Game 1 as the O's fell behind right from the beginning. While they managed to tie the score towards the end, Alvarez was the player of the game with his solo home run. Edwin Diaz had a decent outing on the mound and picked up a save.
Jose Quintana will be sent to the mound to get some strikeouts in Game 2. Quintana's 2024 performance is not excellent but is slightly better than Kremer's. The southpaw has a 4.26 ERA with a 6-8 record. The Mets will need more support from the plate, especially against a tough opponent.
Orioles vs. Mets Baseball Betting Odds
Where to watch Orioles vs. Mets?
Game 1 will be telecast on MASN and SNY. The online stream will be available on Fubo TV and MLB TV. The first pitch will go out at 7:10 p.m. EDT at Citi Field in New York.
Orioles vs. Mets Prediction
The Mets had a great victory in Game 1 but it came with much difficulty. The O's have better numbers and are the second-best team in the AL East. Baltimore also has a better offense which leads the MLB with 193 home runs. The Mets rank at No. 5 with 158 home runs.
The Mets are trying their best to make the playoffs. As for the O's, they already have a shot at the playoffs and beyond if they continue to perform well. The Mets are ranked at No. 18 with a team ERA of 4.12 while the O's are ranked at No. 12 in the MLB with a team ERA of 3.95. The O's are predicted to rebound and win Game 2.
Prediction: Baltimore Orioles -1.5 (+100)