The New York Mets are hoping to turn the tide as they head west to face the Los Angeles Angels, carrying a frustrating six-game road losing streak into Friday's matchup. Sitting at 10-21 overall and fifth in the NL East, the Mets have struggled away from home with a 4-9 road record. However, there's a glimmer of hope: they're a solid 6-1 when scoring five or more runs, suggesting that if their bats wake up, they could snap this skid.

The Angels aren't finding much more success, holding a 12-20 record and fifth place in the AL West. They've been slightly better at home (5-7), but recent form is a major concern—Los Angeles has gone just 1-9 in their last 10 games, getting outscored by 23 runs. Despite the struggles, their power remains a threat; the Angels rank second in the American League with 42 home runs, led by superstar Mike Trout, who has already launched 10 homers this season.

Friday's pitching matchup features two young arms looking to make their mark. The Mets will send Christian Scott to the mound, making just his second appearance of the season after posting a 6.75 ERA in his debut. The Angels counter with Walbert Urena, who is still searching for his first win at 0-3 with a 4.76 ERA but has shown strikeout potential with 13 Ks in limited innings.

For the Mets, keep an eye on Bo Bichette, who has been steady at the plate with five doubles and two home runs, while Juan Soto has been heating up lately, going 9-for-27 with two doubles and two homers over his last 10 games. The Angels will rely on Vaughn Grissom, who is on a tear with 10 hits in his last 28 at-bats, including four doubles and a home run.

Both teams are dealing with significant injury lists, which has tested their depth. The Angels are without key arms like Yusei Kikuchi (day-to-day, shoulder), Kirby Yates (knee), and Ben Joyce (shoulder), while the Mets are missing stars like Francisco Lindor (calf) and Kodai Senga (spinal lumbar issue).

This interleague series opener is a chance for either team to build momentum. Will the Mets finally break through on the road, or can the Angels snap out of their slump at home? First pitch is set for Friday night in Anaheim.