The upcoming MLB game on May 4, 2024, will feature a showdown between the New York Mets and the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field starting at 7:15 PM under partially cloudy skies.

Luis Severino will take the pitcher’s mound for the Mets, entering the game with an impressive ERA of 2.314. He’ll be countered by the Rays’ Zack Littell, who holds an ERA of 3.273.

As of now, the Mets are positioned 7th in the 2024 NL East Division with a balanced record of 14 wins and 14 losses, corresponding to a .500 winning percentage. Their divisional record stands at 2-1, ranking them 3rd in the NL East. The Mets have won 4 of their last 10 games and are experiencing a one-game losing streak. They’ve recorded 7 wins and 9 losses at home, and a slightly better 7-5 record on the road. Their performance during day games is stronger with 8 wins, compared to 6 wins in night games. The Mets have scored 124 runs while conceding 119.

Conversely, the Tampa Bay Rays find themselves at 11th place in the AL East with a record of 14 wins and 16 losses, reflecting a .470 winning percentage. They are 5th in their division with a 3-4 record against division rivals. Recently, the Rays have secured 3 wins in their last 10 games but are currently riding a one-game winning streak. At home, they’ve notched 8 wins against 9 losses, with a nearly identical 6-7 record on the road. They have an even split in the outcome of day and night games, with 7 wins each. In terms of scoring, the Rays have accumulated 117 runs but have allowed 148 runs.