Betting preview: Christian Scott faces potent Nationals lineup Sunday

The Mets have scheduled right-hander Christian Scott to pitch on Sunday against the Washington Nationals. Scott, who has been a rare bright spot for a struggling New York club, has seen his ERA rise to 3.45 after a recent 5.30 stretch over four starts. In those outings he has yielded 22 hits and seven walks, indicating potential vulnerability.

The Nationals, despite a losing record, top the majors in scoring with 663 runs and 177 homers, suggesting they can generate enough offense to force mistakes. Betting markets are currently offering a -150 price for Scott to allow more than 1.5 earned runs, reflecting confidence in Washington's attack. The wager essentially bets on the Nationals' ability to take advantage of a faltering arm rather than a shutout performance. Analysts note that the outcome will likely depend on whether Scott can regain his 2025 back-of-rotation form.