New York Mets4vs.Washington Nationals won6

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Sep 27 forecast

Washington brings the stronger season offense and better record, so a New York Mets victory is a meaningful underdog.

Washington enters with the better record, stronger season batting marks and a favorable history against left-handed starters. New York counters with the more established probable starter, better overall pitching statistics and a decisive win Saturday. Those advantages keep the Mets competitive, but Washington’s broader offensive edge makes a New York victory a meaningful underdog.

Points to Nationals

Washington has the stronger season-long offensive profile and the better overall record.
After the September 26 games, Washington was 76-85 and led New York in batting average, runs, hits, home runs, on-base percentage and slugging percentage.
Washington’s success against left-handed starters creates a difficult matchup for Sean Manaea.
The supplied matchup preview listed Washington at 27-22 against left-handed starting pitchers, compared with New York at 20-27.
Juan Soto’s bruised right hand creates uncertainty around a central New York bat.
Soto exited the September 26 game after a 91.7 mph sinker struck his right hand, although his return was listed as possible for September 27.

Points to Mets

New York has the more established probable starter and a clear experience advantage on the mound.
On September 27, Sean Manaea was listed with a 4.67 ERA over 144.2 innings, while DJ Herz had a 9.00 ERA over four innings.
New York’s overall pitching staff has outperformed Washington’s across several season measures.
Through September 26, New York had the lower team ERA, lower WHIP, more strikeouts and lower opponent batting average.
New York enters after a decisive win and has controlled the season series.
On September 26, New York beat Washington 7-1, clinched a sixth consecutive season-series victory and moved ahead 7-5 in the 2026 series.

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