Steven Matz (2-1, 5.40 ERA) and the New York Mets (13-7) meet Jake Peavy (1-1, 6.86 ERA) and the San Francisco Giants (12-11) in the first of a three-game series at Citi Field. The Mets enter this series looking to continue a six-game winning streak. The game gets underway at 7:10 p.m. ET on Friday, Apr. 29 and will air on CSBA and SNY.
In his most recent outing, Matz pitched 6.1 innings, allowing two runs and striking out eight in an 8-2 victory over the Braves. Neil Walker (.300, 12 Rs, 9 HRs, 16 RBIs) continued his strong season Wednesday, going 2 for 3 with one run, one home run, and two RBIs. The Giants were victorious over the Marlins 7-2 the last time Peavy pitched. He went 7.0 innings, giving up two runs, striking out four and walking one. Hunter Pence (.293, 14 Rs, 4 HRs, 16 RBIs) has been hitting the ball well for the Giants, going 3 for 3 Wednesday with two runs and two RBIs.
Notes
San Francisco has won 50% (4-4) of its games when leading after seven innings. However, New York has won 67% (4-2) of its games when taking a late lead.
The Giants are coming off of a hot pitching game where they recorded 12 strikeouts. The Mets have a record of 1-2 when they are struck out that many times or more.
When they outhit their opponents, the Mets are 7-1. The Giants have a 10-0 record when outhitting opponents.
Ranking 13th in runs, New York has earned 88 this season. San Francisco ranks third with 118 runs.
Ranking 11th, New York is in the top half of the league for its on-base plus slugging percentage (.772). San Francisco ranks in the top 10 with an OPS of .783.
When the Giants allow at least one home run, they are 4-9. When the Mets allow one or more homers, they have a 3-4 record.
