New York rode a breakout from Luis Torrens to crush Philadelphia 13-3 in the opener of a pivotal NL East series. Torrens, batting ninth, went 3-for-5 with a home run and five RBIs, including a run-scoring double off Cristopher Sánchez that chased him from the game. Kodai Senga vs. Sánchez was meant to be the marquee duel, but Torrens' night sparked a Mets attack that leaned on contributions from across the order, even as Lindor went 0-for-6.

Entering the night, Torrens carried a .575 OPS, making the nine-hole outburst even more dramatic. Francisco Alvarez was out with an injury, so the lineup leaned on steadying performances from others as the Mets cut the Phillies’ NL East lead to six games. With six more head-to-head matchups left this season, New York will need this kind of multi-spot production to keep pace in a tight division race.

Cristopher Sánchez's dugout outburst underscored the Phillies' mounting pressure in a tight NL East race as Citi Field has become a difficult backdrop. In a 13-3 loss, Sánchez yielded five earned over 5.1 innings, walked three, and vented after the Mets tied the game. Luis Torrens supplied a three-run homer and two RBI hits; Mark Vientos added RBI doubles as NYM blew it open in the fourth. Alec Bohm sparked chatter with a parabolic mic delay. Philadelphia’s lead sits at five with 30 to play, and Citi Field's quirks loom large as September approaches.

Mets surged from an early deficit to a 13-3 win over Philadelphia as Luis Torrens drove in five, including a three-run homer. Mark Vientos added two RBI doubles to spark a four-run fourth, while Jeff McNeil plated three on RBI hits and a sac fly. Nimmo and Soto chipped in with RBI singles; Tyrone Taylor collected three hits as the Mets went 11-for-19 with runners in scoring position. Senga yielded three runs in 4 1/3 innings, and a microphone-delay in center field briefly paused the game before New York pulled away. The rout tightens the NL East race as Philadelphia and New York swap spots near the top; Luzardo and Manaea are lined up for Tuesday.

The Mets open a three-game set with the Braves amid a flurry of injury notes. Jeff McNeil’s shoulder imaging came back clean, keeping him day-to-day but available off the bench and restricted in the field. Brandon Nimmo is dealing with neck stiffness but is progressing in baseball activities, while Luis Torrens is nursing a bruised hand with no imaging planned. Tyrone Taylor has started in left field for the last two days as New York navigates lineup and defensive alignments. All three look like they can avoid the injured list, providing a glimmer of stability for a Mets club that has leaned on McNeil’s bat in a rough season.

McNeil remains the Mets’ most consistent hitter, and his second-half pace has been impressive (.369 avg, .765 OPS) as a continuation of strong first-half numbers. Nimmo’s stiffness and Torrens’ hand wrap add uncertainty to late-game decisions, but manager Carlos Mendoza emphasized ongoing treatment and daily checks. Taylor’s left-field role adds flexibility, and the Mets will lean on the trio’s resilience as they chase wins against Atlanta in a pivotal series.

As we head into another bustling Friday of MLB action, the DFS landscape is ripe for opportunity. With 14 games on the slate, it's critical to optimize your lineup for success. Notably, Joe Ryan of the Minnesota Twins is a top pitching option against the Kansas City Royals, boasting a 2.83 ERA and a stellar K/BB ratio. Luis Castillo of the Seattle Mariners is another strong choice, particularly at home, where he has a much lower ERA. Zac Gallen, despite his recent struggles, faces the hapless Colorado Rockies, who are struggling offensively.

Offensively, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. stands out as an excellent play with impressive stats against left-handed pitching. Geraldo Perdomo, hitting well against lefties at home, is also a valuable option. For those looking to save, consider Kerry Carpenter, who is showing great power against right-handed pitchers. Liam Hicks at catcher provides solid value with a high OBP against righties, making him a smart addition to your lineup.