MLB Must Bet Props: Dodgers vs Mets Game 3 | October 16, 2024
Written by: Colby Marchio
Last Update: Fri Jun 13, 2025, 3:29 am ET
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As Game 3 of the NLCS unfolds, the Mets return home after a thrilling Game 2 victory in Los Angeles, ready to seize the moment. With Walker Buehler's inconsistency on the mound and the Mets averaging 2.65 first-five runs this season, New York looks poised to keep the momentum rolling. The Dodgers' road struggles only add to the intrigue—will the Mets capitalize early once again?
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Mark Vientos is ready to rock and roll at home in Game 3
I will either be spot on or way off again—no in-between this postseason. The Mets' first-five team total over 1.5 missed in Game 1 but cashed easily in Game 2, and I like it again for Game 3 at home.
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The Mets face another inconsistent Dodgers starter, Walker Buehler. The 30-year-old right-hander has allowed over 1.5 runs in 15 of his 17 starts this season, including the postseason, posting a 5.38 ERA and 1.55 WHIP. He's coming off a rough NLDS start, giving up six runs on seven hits in five innings against the Padres.
Stealing Game 2 in L.A. was huge for the Mets, and they'll look to carry that momentum back home. The offense has averaged 2.65 first-five runs all season, while the Dodgers have struggled on the road, allowing 2.88 runs to their opponents in the first five.
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The price might be a bit juicy, but if you prefer a safer play, you could take the Mets' first-five moneyline (pushes if tied) or their first-five spread (-0.5) at plus money. Just be cautious—Luis Severino has allowed 3+ runs in five straight starts, so know what you're getting into if you go for the better-priced prop.
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