Taijuan Walker and the New York Mets (85-49) face the Pittsburgh Pirates (49-83) at PNC Park on Monday. First pitch is scheduled for 12:35pm (ET). Let’s take a look at some of Walker’s Player props for the matchup. Taijuan Walker is the probable pitcher for the Mets, while Mitch Keller is the probable pitcher for the Pirates. The New York Mets are favored to win, currently listed at -200. The total runs line is set at 8.5.
Strikeouts
- Walker has recorded 93 strikeouts this season – ranking 93rd in the MLB – averaging 4.0 per start.
- On the road, Walker has recorded 55 strikeouts this season – averaging 4.2 per start.
- On the road, Walker has recorded 36 strikeouts in his last seven starts.
- Walker has recorded 5 strikeouts in his 3 career starts against the Pirates.
- Walker has recorded 5 strikeouts in his last three starts against the Pirates.
- The Pirates have struck out 1227 times this season – ranking 3rd in the MLB.
Let’s take a look at how Taijuan Walker performs in some other key statistical areas.
Wins
- Walker holds a 10-3 W/L record this season, as well as a 1-1 record from his last five starts.
- Walker holds a 0-1 W/L record in his career against the Pirates.
Home Runs Allowed
- Walker has allowed 10 home runs in 23 starts this season.
- On the road, Walker has allowed 6 home runs in 13 starts this season.
- Walker did not allow a home run in his most recent start against the Pirates.
- Walker has allowed 0 home runs in his 3 career starts against the Pirates.
- Pittsburgh has hit 128 home runs this season – ranking 18th in the MLB.
Earned Run Average
- Walker has an ERA of 3.45 this season.
- In his last three appearances against the Pirates, Walker has an ERA of 7.94.