Cubs Face Mets in Key NL Matchup Starting Friday

New York, NY — The Chicago Cubs, leading the National League Central, will visit the New York Mets, leaders of the National League East, for a three-game series beginning Friday night at Citi Field.

The matchup features two teams with formidable strengths: the Cubs have Major League Baseball’s highest-scoring offense, while the Mets boast a pitching staff with a remarkable team ERA under 3.0. The first game of the series is set for 7:10 p.m. EDT and will be broadcast on MLB Network.

Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon (2-1, 3.86 ERA) is scheduled to face Mets starter Clay Holmes (4-1, 2.95 ERA). Each team’s lineup includes emerging stars, such as Cubs’ Kyle Tucker and Mets’ Pete Alonso, who has been a consistent power hitter this season.

Mets’ right-hander Tylor Megill (3-2, 2.50 ERA) will take the mound on Saturday, followed by Griffin Canning (5-1, 2.50 ERA) for the Sunday afternoon game. Canning has shown outstanding form since joining the Mets, allowing one run or fewer in his last four starts.

The Cubs (22-16) recently lost two of three games against the San Francisco Giants, and they are nearing the end of a tough stretch in their schedule. Meanwhile, the Mets (24-14) started the season strong but have recently faced challenges, going 6-7 in their last 13 games.

Despite the Mets’ recent struggles, they maintain a solid 1.5-game lead over the Philadelphia Phillies in the NL East. The Cubs hope to improve their standing as they look to make a playoff run.

Both teams are looking for a strong performance in this highly-anticipated series, with the Cubs aiming to overcome their struggles at Citi Field where they have historically performed poorly. This contest promises to be competitive, showcasing some of the league’s top talent.