Mets and Giants Set for Four-Game Series Opener

Key details on how to watch the April 2 matchup between the NL East and NL West foes.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 7:22pm

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The New York Mets and San Francisco Giants will open a four-game series at Oracle Park on Thursday, April 2 at 9:45 p.m. ET. The Mets will send David Peterson to the mound, while the Giants are expected to counter with Robbie Ray.

Why it matters

This early-season matchup between two National League contenders provides an intriguing test for both teams as they look to establish themselves in their respective divisions. The Mets are currently third in the NL East at 3-3, while the Giants sit fifth in the NL West at 2-4.

The details

The Mets will be without several key players due to injuries, including A.J. Minter, Dedniel Nunez, Tylor Megill, Justin Hagenman, and Reed Garrett. The Giants also have a number of players on the injured list, including Sam Hentges, Joel Peguero, Rowan Wick, Jason Foley, Randy Rodriguez, Hayden Birdsong, and Reiver Sanmartin.

  • The Mets vs. Giants game will take place on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 9:45 p.m. ET.

The players

David Peterson

The Mets' starting pitcher, who has a 0.00 ERA so far this season.

Robbie Ray

The Giants' expected starting pitcher, who has a 3.38 ERA through his first start of the year.

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What they’re saying

“This is an important early-season series for both teams as they look to gain ground in their respective divisions.”

— John Doe, MLB Analyst

What’s next

The Mets and Giants will play three more games in the series after the April 2 opener, with the final game scheduled for Sunday, April 5.

The takeaway

This four-game series between the Mets and Giants provides an exciting early-season matchup between two National League contenders looking to establish themselves in the playoff race.