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Mets set for Phillies clash as Beltrán’s No. 15 is retired

New York will host Philadelphia at Citi Field on Saturday, with Christian Scott and Andrew Painter listed as the probable starters.

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The New York Mets have announced details for Saturday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field, where Carlos Beltrán’s No. 15 will be retired during a Carlos Beltrán Day ceremony.

The game is scheduled for 4.10pm, with Christian Scott listed as New York’s probable starter and Philadelphia rookie Andrew Painter listed to start for the Phillies. The assignments remain subject to change.

According to Yahoo Sports, Scott enters the game with a reported 4-5 record, a 3.76 earned-run average and 127 strikeouts in 105⅓ innings. Painter is reported to have a 3-9 record and a 5.54 ERA.

The Mets reportedly defeated Philadelphia 6-3 on Friday, ending a five-game losing streak and improving their record to 70-84. Juan Soto had three hits, including a three-run home run.

The Phillies, Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres were reported to share 85-69 records in the National League wild-card positions. The supplied material does not include the individual batting-order details despite referring to the Mets’ lineup.

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