On Tuesday, September 23, 2025, the New York Mets will play against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. The game is set for 7:40 PM and will be broadcast on MARQ. The weather forecast predicts a warm day with light rain and a breeze. The Mets have a record of 80-76, while the Cubs stand at 88-68. Both teams are currently ranked second in their respective divisions.

Mets vs. Cubs Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Chicago Cubs -117. The Cubs have a solid home record of 46-29, which gives them an edge. Despite their recent losing streak, their home performance suggests they can bounce back.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 7.5 (-115). With Cade Horton’s strong ERA of 2.66 and the Mets’ recent low-scoring games, this game could see fewer runs.

Team Trends

• The New York Mets have a road record of 31-44 this season.
• The Chicago Cubs have a home record of 46-29 this season.
• The Mets lost their last two games against the Washington Nationals.
• The Cubs are on a four-game losing streak, with all losses coming against the Cincinnati Reds.
• The game will take place at Wrigley Field, where the weather forecast is warm with light rain.

Mets vs Cubs Preview

The New York Mets will visit Wrigley Field to play against the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night. The Mets have an 80-76 record and are second in the NL East division. They have lost their last two games and are 4-6 in their last ten games. The Cubs, with an 88-68 record, are also second in their division. They are on a four-game losing streak but have a 5-5 record in their last ten games.

David Peterson will start on the mound for the Mets. He has a 3.98 ERA and a WHIP of 1.34 this season. The Cubs will counter with Cade Horton, who has an ERA of 2.66 and a WHIP of 1.10. The weather forecast calls for a warm day with light rain and a breeze, which could impact play at the outdoor field.

Chicago Cubs: Key Players and Stats

The Chicago Cubs have some strong hitters this season. Seiya Suzuki, the designated hitter, played 145 games with a batting average of .242. He hit 27 home runs, ranking second on the team. Dansby Swanson, the shortstop, appeared in 153 games. He holds a batting average of .247. Swanson leads the team in runs with 82. Cade Horton is the starting pitcher for the Cubs in this game. His ERA stands at 2.66, and he has a WHIP of 1.10. Horton has a record of 11 wins and 4 losses.

New York Mets: Key Players and Stats

The New York Mets have some solid hitters this season. Pete Alonso, the first baseman, played 156 games and has a batting average of .274. He leads the team with 37 home runs and 122 RBIs. Francisco Lindor, the shortstop, has appeared in 154 games. He has a batting average of .267 and leads the team in runs with 112. Lindor also hit 28 home runs, placing him second on the team. David Peterson is the starting pitcher for the Mets in this game. His ERA is 3.98, and his WHIP is 1.34. Peterson has a record of 9 wins and 6 losses.

Final Betting Pick

The Cubs’ money line at -117 seems favorable given their strong home record of 46-29. Playing at Wrigley Field, they have shown they can perform well. Despite a recent losing streak, their home advantage could help them turn things around against the Mets.

The under 7.5 prediction is supported by Cade Horton’s impressive ERA of 2.66. The Mets have struggled to score in recent games, with several low-scoring outcomes. With both teams having solid pitching, a lower total score is likely.

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