Veteran lefty Sean Manaea has done a steady job for the Mets. But I don't like his chances against the Diamondbacks.

Arizona is averaging 7.4 runs in its last seven games. The Diamondbacks have scored at least four runs in 17 of their last 20 games. They have the highest batting average against lefties in the majors at .279 and rank second in on-base percentage vs. southpaws.

Veteran lefty Eduardo Rodriguez is slated to go for Arizona. He's been getting the rust off following a lengthy injury absence. He held the Marlins to one run in 5 1/3 innings during his last start a week ago.

Arizona is 11 games above .500 when playing at home.