On September 2, 2024, an exciting MLB clash is set as the Boston Red Sox visit the New York Mets at Citi Field, with the first pitch scheduled for 7:10 PM under scattered clouds.

The Red Sox will send Brayan Bello to the mound, who comes in with a 4.664 ERA. Opposing him will be the Mets’ Luis Severino, sporting a 3.958 ERA.

In the AL East, Boston is currently seventh, with a record of 70-66, indicating a .510 win percentage. They are evenly matched in their division with an 18-18 record, positioning them third. Recently, Boston has won 4 of their last 10 games, but they are trying to bounce back from a recent loss. Their home record sits at 31-38, contrasted by a more favorable 39-28 record on the road. In day time games, the Red Sox have won 25 times, whereas they have been more successful in night games with 45 wins. Overall, they’ve scored 657 runs and conceded 646.

The Mets, also ranked seventh in the NL East, hold a 72-64 record for a .530 winning percentage. They have performed slightly better in their division, with a 22-17 record, placing them third as well. The Mets are currently riding a three-game win streak, with 7 wins in their last 10 outings. Their home performance stands at 35-33, with a slightly stronger 37-31 record when playing away. Like the Red Sox, the Mets have also shown a preference for night games securing 44 wins, opposed to 28 during the day. They’ve managed to score 649 runs this season while allowing 610.