Two NL East powers collide as the Mets visit the Braves for a pivotal mid-August showdown. After a 13-run eruption in the series opener, New York sits locked into the final NL wild-card spot, meaning every at-bat could swing postseason fate. FanDuel’s early numbers lean toward another high-scoring night, with Mets favored to cover the -1.5 run line and an over/under funneled toward Runs, signaling plenty of action at Citi Field.

Francisco Lindor is a focal fantasy target tonight, with a +360 home-run prop anchoring the Mets’ stack. Carrasco is back on the bump for Atlanta, while the Mets hand Davis Peterson a lefty matchup that carries both upside and regression risk given his 3.45 FIP. New York’s offense has woken up lately—19 runs in the last two games—making the Over a plausible theme as the ball clubs trade blows in a divisional tilt that could echo through fantasy leagues.

In DFS and betting terms, Lindor’s power potential versus a pitcher who has allowed a higher-than-average home-run rate, combined with Peterson’s strike-ability vs. a Braves lineup that can crack lefties, creates a compelling daily-bolt stack. The Mets’ recent offensive surge adds upside to a top-heavy lineup, while Carrasco’s HR/9 risk keeps the Braves in the mix, particularly for tournament plays. Expect runs, opportunities, and a dynamic night of fantasy value from the middle of the Mets order.