The series opener between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets was delayed in the third inning due to rain.

A National League Championship Series rematch is on deck this weekend. The New York Mets will host the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers for three games at Citi Field beginning Friday.

MLB player prop bets and odds for Shohei Ohtani on Friday, May 23, 2025, as the Los Angeles Dodgers take on the New York Mets.

The Mets have lost four of their last six. The headlines, though, have all been about Juan Soto and his struggles to adapt to his new team. After losing four straight, the Dodgers have bounced back winning their last two as they enter play at Citi Field for the weekend.

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani will soon take the next major step toward his eventual return to the mound. Prior to Friday's game against the New York Mets, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters,

Such is the luck and circumstance plaguing the superstar outfielder, who entered the Mets’ blockbuster series against the Dodgers on Friday with a .243/.374/.429 slash line. Always known for his elite plate discipline, he has, of late, veered into plate ...

Mark Vientos was a late scratch with abdominal soreness, with the Mets citing “precautionary reasons.” Set to hit second and play third base, he was replaced by Starling Marte in the lineup and Brett Baty played third base.

Veteran left-handed pitcher Jake Diekman, who played for nine Major League Baseball teams across his 13-year career, has announced his retirement. He made the announcement Friday in a social media post with the caption, "it's been a blast."