New York Mets vs Atlanta Braves: 3 bold predictions for NL East clash

May 17, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider (99) throws during the first inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-USA TODAY Sports
May 17, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider (99) throws during the first inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-USA TODAY Sports /
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Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /

Mets vs. Braves bold prediction: Ozzie Albies re-ignites

As I discussed earlier in the week, I believe the day Albies put together at the plate on Sunday in Arizona against the Diamondbacks (4-for-5 with a home run and a pair of RBI) is a sign that he’s going to heat up at the plate and do it soon. Plenty of Braves fans were worried about his slow start and lack of production, but it feels like something kicked in in Arizona that will continue over to the Mets series.

Albies hasn’t always performed at this best against the Mets, slashing .234/.273/.416 in 337 career plate appearances. He also went 3-for-13 in the three-game set in Queens earlier this season, so New York pitching hasn’t always been a favorite of Albies. However, our bold prediction is that Albies not only shakes off the dust of the early season so far, but also pushes past his struggles against the Mets as well.

We’re predicting a 5-for-12 series for Albies with a homer and 3 RBI. We’re also predicting this is the continuation of what will be a fabulous June for the 26-year-old second baseman.

Oh, let’s also make one bonus prediction … Atlanta wins two of the three games against the Mets, with Albies getting a walkoff hit to secure one of the victories.

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