Cincinnati Reds vs New York Mets Betting Pick & Prediction for 5/25

MLB game preview

The Cincinnati Reds will visit the New York Mets for an afternoon game at Citi Field. The Reds hold a record of 27-25 and are fourth in the NL Central. They are coming off a win and have gone 5-5 in their last ten games.

The Mets, with a 22-31 record, are at the bottom of the NL East. They have lost their last three games and are 4-6 in their last ten. Nick Lodolo will pitch for the Reds, while Nolan McLean will take the mound for the Mets.

Cincinnati Reds Team Preview

The Cincinnati Reds have had a mixed performance in their recent games. They managed to secure wins against the Philadelphia Phillies with scores of 9-4 and 4-1. However, they faced a tough loss against the St. Louis Cardinals, falling 8-1 in their latest outing.

Elly De La Cruz stands out as a key player for the Reds. In the game against the Cardinals, he contributed with a home run. His season stats show a batting average of .288, making him a consistent performer.

Pitching has been a challenge for the Reds, with Nick Lodolo’s current record at 0-1 and an ERA of 7.20. Despite this, the team has some strong hitters, including Nathaniel Lowe, who has contributed significantly in recent games. The Reds will need their bats to stay hot as they face the New York Mets next.

Reds vs Mets Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Cincinnati Reds vs. New York Mets
  • Venue: Citi Field in New York, NY
  • Date: Monday, May 25, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Reds Moneyline +137, Mets Moneyline -163

New York Mets Team Preview

The New York Mets are coming off a tough stretch, losing their last three games to the Miami Marlins. In those games, they struggled to score, managing only two runs in total. Christian Scott and Freddy Peralta had solid outings, but the Mets’ bats couldn’t support them.

At the plate, the Mets are ranked 18th in batting average with a .226 average this season. Their on-base percentage is low, ranking 23rd, and they are 24th in slugging percentage. Mark Vientos and Juan Soto are key players, with Vientos leading the team in home runs.

The Mets’ pitching has been better, with a 3.84 ERA, placing them 12th in the league. Nolan McLean will start the next game, holding a 3.57 ERA and 69 strikeouts this season. The Mets will look to get back on track at home against the Cincinnati Reds.

BTB Betting Pick

The Mets are favored to win with a moneyline of -163. Their pitching strength is evident with a 3.84 ERA, ranked 12th, compared to the Reds’ 4.80 ERA, ranked 25th. The Mets’ better pitching and home advantage make them the pick to win the game.

The total for the game is set at 7.5. Both teams have shown moderate hitting performance, with the Reds ranking 8th in slugging percentage. Given the Reds’ and Mets’ pitching and hitting stats, the projected score is 5-3, favoring the Mets. This suggests taking the over 7.5.