Outlook Mookie Betts
Mookie Betts looks to break out of a post-injury slump with favorable matchups on the horizon.
Since returning from an oblique strain that sidelined him early in the season, Betts has slotted back in as the everyday shortstop for the first-place Dodgers. He has struggled to find his rhythm, batting just .205 over his last 14 days and .185 over the last month. However, he remains a vital cog in a potent Los Angeles lineup that currently leads the NL West with a 42-24 record.
While his current .183 season average is well below his usual elite standards, our models remain bullish on a major rebound. Our season projection expects Betts to bounce back to finish with a robust .275 average, 22 home runs, and 12 stolen bases, aligning with his career history of elite production once his swing timing fully returns.
The road ahead features six games, beginning with three against Pittsburgh's rotation before heading to Chicago to face the White Sox. While a matchup with Paul Skenes is challenging, Betts gets to face several vulnerable pitchers, including David Sandlin and his 8.10 ERA. Start Betts with confidence this week as his underlying metrics suggest a breakout is imminent.
Updated 23 hrs ago
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Outlook Carson Benge
Carson Benge is Catching Fire as the Mets' Everyday Right Fielder
Carson Benge is scorching hot, hitting .360 with three home runs, five RBIs, and a stolen base over his last six games, highlighted by a flawless 5-for-5 explosion on June 7. Slots in as the Mets' everyday right fielder, his bat has carried the club as they look to rise from fifth in the NL East with their 29-36 record. With Francisco Lindor and Tyrone Taylor on the injured list, Benge's secure playing time makes him a vital spark plug.
This blistering stretch has pushed his season batting average to .265 alongside seven homers and 10 steals, quickly closing in on our projection of 10 home runs and 10 stolen bases. While his recent 1.185 OPS is bound to normalize, his performance is no fluke. His excellent contact rate and speed justify his rookie-year hype, making him a sustainable five-category contributor rather than a flash in the pan.
The Mets play six home games this week, starting with three against St. Louis and ending with three against Atlanta. He gets favorable matchups against high-ERA arms like Dustin May (4.59 ERA) and Andre Pallante (4.10 ERA) before facing tougher tests like Bryce Elder (2.73 ERA). Our models project a strong .314 average and another home run this week, cementing him as an active option. Verdict: Start.
Updated 23 hrs ago
