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Giants vs Mets game
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The gist
Mets host Giants Friday at Citi Field, 7:10 p.m. ET, opening a three-game series.
Both teams are out of playoff contention, playing for future development.
Background
The Mets (63-77) and Giants (58-83) are both having disappointing seasons, far from playoff spots. The Mets have won three of four against the Giants this year and are coming off a 10-4 win over Tampa Bay. The Giants have lost four straight and are looking to avoid a fifth.
How it unfolded
- Apr 2026Mets and Giants played a four-game series in April, which the Mets won 3-1.
- Sep 3, 2026Mets beat Tampa Bay 10-4; Giants lost to Pittsburgh 5-2, managing only two hits.
- Sep 4, 2026Mets host Giants in the first of a three-game series at Citi Field, with Nolan McLean starting for Mets and Matt Wilkinson for Giants.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- The Mets have a deeper offense and better pitching, making them favorites to win the series.
- Caution
- Both teams are struggling, and the Giants' reliance on Rafael Devers for offense could be a weakness.