The New York Mets (7-14) are set to face the Chicago Cubs (11-9) in Chicago on Sunday at 2:20 p.m. EDT, aiming to break a disappointing five-game losing streak on the road. The Cubs have shown strong form at home, holding a record of 6-5, and rank fourth in the National League with a .402 slugging percentage. In contrast, the Mets have struggled significantly, losing their last ten games and posting a .203 batting average during this period. Notable players include Francisco Alvarez, who leads the Mets with a .273 batting average, and Nico Hoerner, who has excelled for the Cubs with 17 hits in his last ten games. The matchup marks the third meeting between the two teams this season, with the Mets looking to improve their performance in one-run games, where they have a 1-4 record.