The Mets have fallen seven games back in the NL East race, with time fading fast to make up any ground on Philadelphia.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/phillies as Phillies vs. Mets Monday Betting Prediction - NL East showdown in Flushing. The NL East race is far from over, but the Philadelphia Phillies (76-54) can put away the New York Mets (69-61) for good with a solid showing in this three-game series.

BOTTOM LINE: The New York Mets host the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday to begin a three-game series. New York has a 69-61 record overall and a 41-24 record in home games. The Mets have gone 52-20 in games when they record eight or more hits.