The New York Mets struggled at the plate again, managing only one run in a 3-1 loss to the Oakland Athletics at Sutter Health Park. Despite generating some base traffic, the Mets only managed a sixth-inning home run from Brandon Nimmo, who cut Oakland's lead to 2-1. David Peterson pitched well, going six innings and allowing two earned runs, but he received little run support from the offense. The game marked the Mets' third loss in April, leaving them at 9-5 overall. J.T. Ginn's impressive sinker stymied the Mets’ lineup, leading to a disappointing end to their second game against the A's, who are finding their footing in Sacramento.

Under cool conditions at Citi Field, Pete Alonso continued his impressive start to the season, going 2-for-3 with an RBI to lead the Mets to a 2-1 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays. This win marked the Mets' first series sweep of the year and extended their current winning streak to four games. Alonso's performance was pivotal, as he drove in his 11th run of the season with a third-inning single.

Despite losing starter David Peterson due to health concerns, the Mets' bullpen excelled, with Max Kranick securing the win and Edwin Diaz earning the save. The Mets showed resilience, especially as their top hitters, including Brandon Nimmo and Juan Soto, stepped up, while the middle and lower order struggled. This balance will be crucial as they look to build on this momentum.

The New York Mets bounced back in the 2025 season, leveling their record to 2-2 with a commanding 10-4 victory over the Miami Marlins. The win was fueled by a powerful performance from David Peterson, who dominated from the mound, striking out nine batters over six innings while allowing just two runs. His fastball was especially effective, reminiscent of his strong 2024 campaign where he posted a 2.90 ERA.

Offensively, the Mets displayed their power, with Pete Alonso hitting a pivotal grand slam in the fifth inning, marking his first home run of the season. The slugger is now on track to break the Mets' all-time home run record, needing just 26 more to reach the top. Alongside Alonso, Starling Marte, Brandon Nimmo, and Luis Torrens also contributed to the home run tally, showcasing the team's offensive depth. Torrens has emerged as a standout player, batting .364 with two RBIs, stepping up in the absence of Francisco Alvarez due to injury.

Streaming pitchers early in the season can provide crucial fantasy points, and a few options stand out for Week 1. Kumar Rocker of the Texas Rangers is a top choice, boasting impressive strikeout potential despite some walk issues. Grant Holmes from the Atlanta Braves is also notable, especially for his favorable home matchup against Miami, while the Chicago Cubs’ Ben Brown is a fresh face with high K/9 rates, making him a solid streamer. David Peterson from the Mets and Kris Bubic from the Royals provide additional options, although their matchups are more challenging.

On the hitter side, the Minnesota Twins and Cincinnati Reds emerge as teams to target for streaming players. The Twins face weaker pitching matchups, making left-handed hitters like Matt Wallner and Ryan Jeffers intriguing adds. The Reds also have favorable conditions and matchups, especially for hitters like T.J. Friedl and Jeimer Candelario.

On March 31, 2025, the New York Mets will face the Miami Marlins in the first game of their series at loanDepot Park. The Mets, after a disappointing start losing two of three games against the Houston Astros, will send David Peterson to the mound. The lefty, coming off a solid 2024 season with a 2.90 ERA and 101 strikeouts, aims to turn around the Mets' offense, which has been sluggish, managing only five runs in three games.

In contrast, the Marlins have started strong, winning three of four against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Their pitching has been impressive, with a combined 36 strikeouts in those four games. Miami's Cal Quantrill will start, looking to improve on his 4.98 ERA from last season. The Mets are favored (-184), but the Marlins (+153) aim to capitalize on their early-season momentum.