New York Mets vs Washington Nationals MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedApril 26, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:April 26, 2025 ,

MLB New York Mets vs Washington Nationals Prediction 4/26

The New York Mets are set to play against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. This game is scheduled for Saturday, April 26, 2025, and will start at 4:05 PM. Fans can look forward to a night game under the lights.

Mets vs. Nationals Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Mets MoneyLine: -175. The Mets have a strong record this season, especially at home. Their pitching is also top in the league, which gives them an edge over the Nationals.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 9.5 (-117). The Mets have a top-ranked ERA, and the Nationals’ offense has been inconsistent, suggesting a lower-scoring game.

Team Trends

  • The New York Mets have a strong home record of 12-1 this season.
  • Washington Nationals are 6 games back in the NL East with a 12-14 record.
  • In a recent game, the Washington Nationals had 13 hits against the Mets, winning 5-4.
  • Francisco Lindor hit two home runs in a game against the Philadelphia Phillies on April 21st, 2025.
  • Mitchell Parker pitched 8 innings with only 1 hit allowed in a 7-0 win over the Baltimore Orioles.

Mets vs Nationals Preview

The New York Mets will take on the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. The game is set for Saturday, April 26, 2025, with a start time of 4:05 PM. Fans will watch under the lights as both teams look to gain an edge in the standings.

Clay Holmes will start for the Mets. He has a record of 2-1 with an ERA of 3.16 over five starts. Brad Lord will be on the mound for the Nationals. He has a record of 0-2 with an ERA of 4.72 in his appearances this season. Both pitchers aim to help their teams with strong performances.

Washington Nationals: Home Team Overview

The Washington Nationals have some top hitters in their lineup. James Wood leads with a .255 batting average and eight home runs. Nathaniel Lowe and Keibert Ruiz also contribute, with Lowe hitting four home runs and Ruiz maintaining a .310 average.

On the mound, Brad Lord is a key pitcher for the Nationals. He has a 0-2 record with a 4.72 ERA over 13 1/3 innings. His WHIP is 1.88, and he has struck out ten batters this season.

The Nationals’ team stats show a .238 batting average and 27 home runs. Their pitching has a 4.66 ERA, with 23 home runs allowed. They have achieved 12 quality starts, ranking first in the league.

New York Mets: Strong Lineup and Impressive Pitching

The New York Mets have some strong hitters this season. Pete Alonso is leading with a .333 batting average and six home runs. Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto also contribute well, with Lindor hitting five home runs and Soto scoring 18 runs. Clay Holmes is a key pitcher for the Mets. He has a 2-1 record with a 3.16 ERA over 25 2/3 innings. Holmes has struck out 34 batters, showing his ability to get outs. The Mets have a team batting average of .234 with 24 home runs. Their pitching staff has an ERA of 2.45, the best in the league. They have allowed only 10 home runs, making their defense strong.

Final Betting Pick

The Mets are a strong pick for the money line at -175. They have a solid home record of 12-1 this season. Their pitching staff, led by Clay Holmes, has a league-best ERA of 2.45, which could limit the Nationals’ offense.

The under 9.5 prediction at -117 is also a good choice. The Mets’ pitching is top-notch, and the Nationals’ offense has been inconsistent. With Brad Lord’s higher ERA of 4.72, the Mets’ pitchers might keep the game low-scoring.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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