Dbacks vs Mets: Bullpen Battles Ahead

0:00On April 8th, the Arizona Diamondbacks take on the New York Mets today in New York at 4-10pm Eastern, their second clash this season. Dax City 5-6, second in the National League West, desperate to end a four-game roadskid, Mets lead the East at 7-4, tough at home with a 3-1 mark. On the mound, Ryan Nelson starts for Arizona, 0-1 with a 5.79 ERA, facing David Peterson for New York, also 0-1 at. 4.66, Mets are favorites at minus 139, total runs over under 7.5. Mets just edge the D-backs 4-3 and 10 innings on Monday, thanks to Ronnie Mauricio's pinch hit single in his big league return. New York boasts a 5-1 record when they keep the ball in the park, while Arizona's 4-1 without allowing homers themselves. Standout bats are heating up, Francisco Alvarez pacing Mets with three homers and a 6-67 slugging clip.

1:00Juan Soto's been on fire, 11 for 31 lately with a bomb and five ribbies. Over for D-backs, Il Demaro Vargas flashing extra bases and Corbin Carroll's 10 for 33 across his last 10 with two triples and two long balls. Last 10 games show Mets at 6-4, hitting 242 with a sharp 2.12 team ERA, outscoring foes by 14, backs even at 5-5, but batting just 215, getting outrun by 12. Injuries are hitting hard though, Mets missing Soto on the 10-day with a calf issue, plus a slew of pitchers on the shelf. Arizona's list is brutal, Santana's groin, Guriel's knee, and arms like Kelly, Puke, and more, all sideline. Expect bullpin battles to decide if D-backs bounce back or Mets keep rolling. That wraps MLB news today, brought to you with AI. I'm Cory with the story.