Montero has allowed just three runs in 9 1/3 innings in his two starts since entering the rotation, but has issued 10 walks over that span. He has struck out seven batters while allowing five hits, including one home run.
Latos was recently signed by the Nationals after being released by the White Sox. He has allowed three runs (two earned) in 2 1/3 innings (two appearances) out of the bullpen since being acquired. Monday will be his first start of the season for the Nats.
Here are Monday's starting lineups:
| Mets | Nationals |
|---|---|
| Jose Reyes, 3B | Trea Turner, CF |
| Asdrubal Cabrera, SS | Jayson Werth, LF |
| Yoenis Cespedes, LF | Daniel Murphy, 2B |
| Curtis Granderson, CF | Bryce Harper, RF |
| Kelly Johnson, 2B | Anthony Rendon, 3B |
| Jay Bruce, RF | Wilson Ramos, C |
| Travis d'Arnaud, C | Ryan Zimmerman, 1B |
| James Loney, 1B | Danny Espinosa, SS |
| Rafael Montero, P | Mat Latos, P |