The upcoming three-game series between the New York Mets and Chicago Cubs at Citi Field features two first-place teams in the National League. The Mets, with a 24-14 record, are hosting the Cubs, who stand at 22-16. The series begins with pitcher Jameson Taillon for the Cubs and Clay Holmes for the Mets, both experienced starters. The Cubs' offense remains potent, led by Pete Crow-Armstrong, who has nine homers and 12 stolen bases, and Carson Kelly and Kyle Tucker, who are also performing well. The Mets' lineup is somewhat inconsistent, with Juan Soto showing signs of returning to his best form, hitting .300/.407/.543 over his last 19 games, and Pete Alonso maintaining his hot streak. Injuries have impacted both teams; the Mets are missing Jesse Winker for six to eight weeks, and their bullpen has faced some setbacks with key injuries. The Cubs' top pitchers are also dealing with injuries, including Justin Steele and Javier Assad. Predictions favor the Mets winning two of three games, with Soto expected to be the MVP of the series, and Clay Holmes likely to be the Mets' best pitcher. The series will feature notable matchups, including Holmes vs. Taillon and Megill vs. TBD, with the Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong expected to be a key offensive threat. The series marks a critical point in the Mets' long home stand, with recent team highlights including Brett Baty’s multi-homer game and strong performances from prospects like Jonah Tong and Kodai Senga.