Dodgers vs Mets NLCS Game 3 Predictions, MLB Odds & Best Bets (10/16)

Game 3 of the 2024 NL Championship Series goes down on Wednesday when the LA Dodgers and New York Mets collide at Citi Field. Betting News is your one-stop shop for MLB postseason action and that’s the case again with today’s betting preview.

Let’s get into the latest Dodgers vs. Mets NLCS Game 3 odds, as well as my predictions and favorite bets for the playoff showdown.

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MLB Betting Today: Dodgers vs Mets NLCS (10/16)

Dodgers vs Mets Game 3 Information

• Matchup: Los Angeles Dodgers (98-64, 46-35 Away) vs. New York Mets (89-73, 46-35 Home)
• Series: Tied 1-1
• Venue & Location: Citi Field (Queens, NY)
• Date: Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024
• Game Time: 8:08 p.m. ET
• How to Watch Dodgers vs. Mets: FS1

Dodgers vs Mets MLB Probable Pitchers

• Dodgers: Walker Buehler (1 start — 0-1, 10.80 ERA)
• Mets: Luis Severino (2 starts — 1-0, 4.50 ERA)

Mets vs Dodgers NLCS Game 3 Odds & Spread

Mets vs. Dodgers MLB odds are courtesy of BetOnline as of Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 9:43 a.m. ET. Odds from other top online sportsbooks may also be mentioned in this article.

Dodgers vs Mets Run Line

• Los Angeles Dodgers -1.5 (+160)
• New York Mets +1.5 (-180)

Mets vs Dodgers Over/Under

• Over 7.5 Runs (-110)
• Under 7.5 Runs (-110)

Dodgers vs Mets Moneyline

• Los Angeles Dodgers (-110)
• New York Mets (+100)

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Dodgers vs Mets MLB Betting Trends

• The Dodgers are 6-1 straight up in their last seven road games.
• The Mets are 1-5 straight up in their last six games vs. the Dodgers.
• The total hit the Over in eight of the Dodgers’ last 11 games.
• The total hit the Over in five of the Mets’ last six games.
• The total hit the Over in six of the last eight Dodgers-Mets matchups.

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Dodgers vs Mets Game 3 Predictions & MLB Picks Today (10/16)

After being curb-stomped in Game 1, the Mets tied up this year’s NLCS with a 7-3 victory over the Dodgers in Game 2. New York 3B Mark Vientos hit a 391-foot grand slam in the second inning while LHP Sean Manaea tallied seven strikeouts across five innings for his second win of the 2024 postseason.

Although momentum is theoretically on the Mets’ side, it remains to be seen whether their latest win was a fluke or not. After all, the Dodgers are 5-3 SU against the Mets this season and have won five of the last six matchups between the teams, outscoring the latter by an average of 4.7 runs per game during that stretch.

And even though the series is shifting to Citi Field, the Dodgers are a team that enjoys playing on the road, having won six of their last seven away outings. Having said that, the Mets are also 8-1 SU across their last nine outings at Citi Field which includes a 2-0 SU home record in the playoffs.

The Mets have been thriving at Citi Field lately. Will that trend continue tonight? 

If the Dodgers are going to retake the NLCS lead, they need a strong showing from RHP Walker Buehler. The two-time All-Star hurler was lit up in Game 3 of the NLDS, allowing six earned runs and a homer on seven hits across five innings.

Following that loss, Buehler now owns an abysmal 8.53 ERA in his last three playoff appearances (12 2/3 innings). Additionally, he’s 1-1 with a 5.00 ERA in five career meetings against the Mets.

Speaking of which, the Mets are sending Luis Severino to the mound tonight. The veteran right-hander pitcher has been decent thus far in the 2024 postseason, going 1-0 with a 4.50 ERA in his first two appearances. Unfortunately, Severino didn’t have much luck when he last faced the Dodgers, surrendering seven runs on nine hits back on June 2, 2023.

Can RHP Luis Severino lead the Mets to another playoff victory? 

After some thought, I predict that the Dodgers will win Game 3 tonight. It’s important to remember that they had won five straight games against the Mets before Monday’s loss, so let’s not underestimate the visitors. They’ve also been playing well on the road lately and could jump into the driver’s seat if they get to Severino early.

But regardless of who wins, let’s back the Over on the 7.5-run total. Both sides have recently been involved in high-scoring games as the Over is 8-3 in the Dodgers’ last 11 games and 5-1 in the Mets’ six previous outings. Furthermore, the Over is 6-2 in the last eight Dodgers-Mets tilts, averaging 9.4 combined runs per game.

Considering how at least nine runs were scored in the first two games of the NLCS, I expect even more offense tonight.

Dodgers vs. Mets NLCS Game 3 Prediction: LAD wins

Best Dodgers vs. Mets Bet: o7.5 Total Runs (-110)

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Best Dodgers vs Mets NLCS Game 3 Player Prop (10/16)

If you’re hoping to add a Dodgers vs. Mets NLCS Game 3 player prop to your slip, I suggest taking the Mookie Betts to record o0.5 runs + RBIs (-118).

Even though Betts is only batting .192 in the postseason, I still like his chances of hitting the Over tonight. The former AL MVP has managed to tally six runs and as many RBIs in seven postseason appearances (26 at-bats) thus far while finishing with the Over on this prop five times — a 71.4% success rate. He’s also finished with the Over in seven of his last 10 meetings against the Mets, averaging 1.4 runs + RBIs along the way.

If that isn’t convincing enough, Betts is also batting .313 with a home run, four RBIs, and 17 total bases in 32 career ABs vs. Severino. In other words, there’s a good chance that he’s either going to score a run or drive one in tonight.

Best Dodgers vs. Mets Game 3 Prop Bet: Mookie Betts o0.5 Runs + RBIs (-118)

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