On May 3, 2024, at 6:50 PM, the New York Mets will clash with the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field under a sky with few clouds.

Jose Quintana will take the mound for the Mets, featuring an ERA of 3.475, while Aaron Civale will pitch for the Rays, holding an ERA of 5.062.

As of now in the 2024 NL East Division, the Mets are 7th with a balanced record of 14 wins and 14 losses, a .500 winning percentage. They have a division record of 2-1, placing them 3rd. The Mets’ recent performance includes 4 wins in their last 10 outings, with a current losing streak of 1 game. Their home record stands at 7-9 and they are 7-5 on the road. The Mets have achieved 8 day wins against 6 night wins and have scored 124 runs while conceding 119.

In the AL East Division, the Rays rank 11th with a record of 14-16, which results in a .470 winning percentage. Positioned 5th in their division with a 3-4 record, the Rays have gone 3-7 in their recent stretch of games and currently enjoy a winning streak of 1 game. They hold an 8-9 home record and a 6-7 away record, with an equal win tally in day and night games at 7 each. The Rays have amassed 117 runs offensively, while giving up 148 runs defensively.