The Los Angeles Dodgers host the New York Mets in Game 2 of the National League Championship Series. First pitch is scheduled for 4:08 p.m. ET on Monday at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, Calif.; the game will be broadcast on FOX and FS1 and can also be streamed on MLB.TV and Youtube TV.
With a 1-0 lead, the Dodgers will utilize a bullpen game in Game 2 and open with right-hander Ryan Brasier. Landon Knack is expected to be the Dodgers' bulk reliever after Brasier. Meanwhile, New York hands the ball to left-hander Sean Manaea.
Mets vs Dodgers Game 2 odds (from Caesars Sportsbook) have the Dodgers as -145 moneyline favorites and the Mets as +122 underdogs. The over/under is 8 (-110o / -110u). The Dodgers are +140 to cover the run line (-1.5) and the Mets are -165 (+1.5).
My Mets vs Dodgers predictions,picks and best bet for NLCS Game 2 — plus starting lineups and probable pitchers — are below.
My Mets vs Dodgers Predictions for Game 2
- Mets vs Dodgers picks: Under 8.5 (-110 | Play to -115)
My Mets vs Dodgers best bet for Monday is the game total Under 8.5, where I see value at -110. The best line is available at FanDuel, but make sure to find the best odds by checking our live MLB odds page.
New York Mets vs Los Angeles Dodgers Odds, Predictions, Best Bet
| Mets Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Over/Under | Run Line |
+118 | 8 -110o / -110u | +1.5 -165 |
| Dodgers Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Over/Under | Run Line |
-140 | 8 -110o / -110u | -1.5 +140 |
- Mets vs Dodgers Moneyline: Mets +122, Dodgers -145
- Mets vs Dodgers Total: Over/Under 8 (-110o / -110u)
- Mets vs Dodgers Run Line: Mets +1.5 (-165), Dodgers -1.5 (+140)
Game 2 Probable Pitchers for Mets vs Dodgers
| LHP Sean Manaea (NYM) | Stat | RHP Ryan Brasier (LAD) |
|---|---|---|
| 12-6 | W-L | 1-0 |
| 2.8 | fWAR (FanGraphs) | 0.4 |
| 3.47 / 3.75 | ERA /xERA | 3.54 / 3.57 |
| 3.83 / 4.04 | FIP / xFIP | 3.31 / 3.59 |
| 1.08 | WHIP | 0.96 |
| 16.4% | K-BB% | 18.2% |
| 37.8% | GB% | 42.3% |
| 90 | Stuff+ | 95 |
| 97 | Location+ | 107 |
Mets vs Dodgers Preview Predictions for Game 2
The Mets' decision to start Kodai Senga in Game 1 backfired tremendously. Can Sean Manaea stay hot and play the role of stopper in Game 2 against the Dodgers as New York tries to steal home-field advantage?
Mets Game 2 Betting Preview: Lineup; Sean Manaea in Form
Mets Starting Lineup
- Francisco Lindor (SS)
- Mark Vientos (3B)
- Brandon Nimmo (LF)
- Pete Alonso (1B)
- Starling Marte (RF)
- Jesse Winker (DH)
- Jose Iglesias (2B)
- Tyrone Taylor (CF)
- Francisco Alvarez (C)
Sean Manaea put together one of the best years of his career in 2024, posting a 12-6 record with a 3.47 ERA and 1.08 WHIP over 32 starts.
His underlying metrics were equally strong — Manaea ranked in the top half of the league in xERA, xBA, average exit velocity, strikeout rate, barrel rate and hard-hit rate. His success has carried over into the postseason as he is 1-0 through two playoff starts with a 2.25 ERA and 0.92 WHIP.
While Los Angeles possesses a powerhouse lineup, Manaea is capable of keeping it at bay. The southpaw is 1-0 against the Dodgers over his last two meetings with a 1.50 ERA.
Following Manaea is a bullpen that ranks in the top 12 of the league in both FIP and xFIP.
Dodgers Game 2 Betting Preview: Lineup & Pitching Analysis
Dodgers Starting Lineup
- Shohei Ohtani (DH)
- Mookie Betts (RF)
- Teoscar Hernandez (LF)
- Freddie Freeman (1B)
- Will Smith (C)
- Tommy Edman (SS)
- Max Muncy (3B)
- Enrique Hernandez (2B)
- Andy Pages (CF)
Speaking of bullpens, the Dodgers will be utilizing theirs for Game 2.
While that is normally a cause for concern when handicapping due to the increased unknown variables, we should be pretty optimistic about their chances.
Los Angeles' pitching staff has been historically dominant this postseason, tying a postseason record with 33 straight scoreless innings. In the regular season, this relief staff finished fourth in ERA.
When looking at the Under in this contest, the biggest concern is the Dodgers' lineup. However, they have struggled against Manaea recently, a pitcher who enters this game in great form.
Mets vs Dodgers Prediction, Over/Under Betting Analysis
Both lineups are more than capable of putting up runs, which is why this total is as high as 8.5. With that said, I have just as much faith in these two pitching staffs.
Manaea has been great and is followed by a strong bullpen. Meanwhile, Los Angeles' pitching staff is in the midst of a historic run.
Pick: Under 8.5 (-110 at FanDuel | Play to -115)
Moneyline
I like Los Angeles to extend its series lead, but don't have any interest in laying -142.
Pick: Pass
Run Line (Spread)
I also like the Dodgers to cover, but I would want to see a bigger payout than +146 in a game that I believe will be low scoring.
Pick: Pass
Over/Under
I'm betting Under 8.5 at -110.
Pick: Under 8.5
Mets Trends
- Sean Manaea has a strikeout rate of just 17% vs right-handed batters over the last two weeks — fifth lowest among qualified SPs– ninth Percentile
- Mets are 42-39 in their road games against the spread
Dodgers Trends
- Ryan Brasier has a strike rate of 70% (610/876) vs left-handed batters since the 2022 season — tied for 5th highest among qualified RPs in MLB; League Avg: 64% — 97th Percentile
- Brasier allowed a just .282 SLG last season — 13th best among qualified RPs– 94th Percentile. He allowed a SLG of .481 in the 2022 season — eighth worst among qualified RPs– third Percentile
- The totals have gone OVER in 45 of Dodgers' 80 last games at home
Mets vs Dodgers Game 2 Info: Channel, Start Time, Streaming
| Location: | Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, Calif. |
| Date: | Monday, Oct. 14, 2024 |
| Time: | 8:15 p.m. ET |
| TV / Streaming: | FOX & FS1 / MLB.TV & YouTube TV |
Mets vs Dodgers Injuries
Mets Injuries & News
| Player | Status |
|---|---|
| OF Brandon Nimmo | Plantar fasciitis (starting in Game 2) |
Dodgers Injuries & News
| Player | Status |
|---|---|
| 1B Freddie Freeman | Right ankle (in starting lineup for Game 2) |
| 2B Gavin Lux | Hip tightness (exited Game 1; not in Game 2 lineup) |
| SS Miguel Rojas | Left adductor tear (not on NLCS roster; potential return for World Series) |
| RHP Gavin Stone | Right shoulder surgery (likely to miss entire 2025 season) |
