The Seattle Mariners (67-55) visit the New York Mets (64-57) Friday to open a 3-game series at Citi Field. First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's MLB odds around the Mariners vs. Mets odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Nolan McLean did not arrive in Queens with much experience in the art of being a savior. Prior to McLean’s debut Saturday, Mets officials had all but thrown up bright yellow caution signs, begging fans not to place him on too high of a pedestal.

Mets' Francisco Lindor sets new MLB record for home run, steals combo at shortstop originally appeared on The Sporting News Francisco Lindor stands alone. No shortstop has ever done what the New York Mets' superstar has now done. As of Saturday, Lindor is in the 20 home run, 20 steal club for the season. It's the fifth time he's been in that group.

The Mariners were unable to replicate their offensive showcase from the previous day against the Mets on Saturday.

The New York Mets are struggling, and manager Carlos Mendoza can't put his finger on what exactly has gone wrong in recent years.

It defies logic, of course. Over their past seven games, the Mets have blown 11 leads. They have blown leads as big as six runs (once) and as small as one (six times). They have blown leads at home and on the road,

One person who didn't appreciate the call was Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, who went on First Take the next morning to rant about the Mets celebrating the accomplishment. Near the end of his rant he also called out Cohen for his nickname-centric call saying,