Let's call it the first big intradivision showdown of 2025: The Philadelphia Phillies at the New York Mets for three games beginning Monday. The Mets are off to a hot start thanks to Pete Alonso and a surprisingly dominant pitching staff that leads the majors in ERA. They hold a two-game lead over the Phillies, who have been powered by the familiar 1-2 punch of Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber and a new starter in Jesus Luzardo who so far looks like one of the best acquisitions of the offseason.
MLB 2025: Early NL East storylines for Phillies, Mets, Braves
