Chicago White Sox vs New York Mets MLB Betting Prediction

MLB Chicago White Sox vs New York Mets Prediction 5/26

The Chicago White Sox will play against the New York Mets at Citi Field on Monday, May 26, 2025. The game is set to start at 4:10 PM. Fans can expect a night game atmosphere as these two teams meet on the field.

White Sox vs. Mets Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Mets MoneyLine: -306. The Mets have a strong home record and lead the league in ERA. Their pitching and hitting stats are better than the White Sox, making them a safer pick.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.5 (-113). The Mets have the best ERA in the league, and the White Sox struggle offensively. This suggests a lower-scoring game.

Team Trends

  • The Chicago White Sox have a division record of 2-14 this season.
  • The New York Mets have a strong home record of 19-6.
  • In their recent game against the Texas Rangers, the White Sox hit 2 home runs but still lost 5-4.
  • The Mets won 3-1 against the Los Angeles Dodgers with Pete Alonso hitting a home run.
  • The White Sox have a road record of 5-21 this season.

White Sox vs Mets Preview

The Chicago White Sox are set to visit the New York Mets at Citi Field. This game features Adrian Houser on the mound for the White Sox. Houser has pitched in one game this season, logging six innings without allowing an earned run. His WHIP sits at .83, and he has struck out two batters. Though he has limited recent experience, his start shows promise for the White Sox.

On the other side, Clay Holmes will start for the Mets. Holmes has been active this season, starting in ten games. He has a record of 5-3, with an ERA of 3.13. Holmes has pitched 54 and two-thirds innings, striking out 53 batters. His experience and performance could play a key role for the Mets in this game. Fans will be watching to see how both pitchers perform under the lights at Citi Field.

New York Mets: Key Players and Stats

Pete Alonso is leading the Mets with strong numbers. He has a batting average of .291 and an on-base percentage of .391. Alonso also leads the team in home runs with 10 and has 40 RBIs. Francisco Lindor is another top hitter for the Mets. He matches Alonso with 10 home runs and has a .273 batting average. Lindor has also scored 32 runs, which is second on the team. Juan Soto contributes with a batting average of .236. He leads the team in runs with 34 and has 8 home runs. Soto also holds a .363 on-base percentage, adding depth to the Mets lineup.

Chicago White Sox: Players and Pitching

Luis Robert Jr. is a key player for the White Sox. He has a batting average of .190 and an on-base percentage of .278. Despite the low average, Robert Jr. leads the team with 24 runs. Miguel Vargas stands out with a batting average of .239. He leads the team in home runs with 7 and has 23 RBIs. Vargas also holds a .316 on-base percentage. Lenyn Sosa has a batting average of .283, the highest among the top hitters. He has 4 home runs and 16 RBIs. Sosa’s on-base percentage is .303, providing steady support in the lineup.

Final Betting Pick

The Mets are a strong pick for the money line due to their impressive home record of 19-6. Their pitching is the best in the league with a 2.85 ERA, which gives them an edge over the White Sox. The White Sox have struggled on the road, with a record of 5-21, making the Mets a safer choice.

The under 8.5 prediction is supported by the Mets’ top-ranked ERA and the White Sox’s offensive struggles. The White Sox have a team batting average of .221, which ranks 23rd in the league. With Clay Holmes pitching for the Mets and his solid 3.13 ERA, a low-scoring game is likely.


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