Cincinnati Reds vs New York Mets Betting Pick & Prediction for 5/27

MLB game preview

The Cincinnati Reds visit the New York Mets for an MLB regular season game. The Reds have a record of 29-25, and they are ranked third in the NL Central. They are on a three-game winning streak and have gone 6-4 in their last ten games. The game will take place at Citi Field, an outdoor venue in New York, NY. The weather is expected to be mild with overcast clouds.

The Mets hold a record of 22-33, sitting fifth in the NL East. They are currently on a five-game losing streak and have won only 3 of their last 10 games. The game is scheduled for Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 7:10 PM and will be televised on SNY. Andrew Abbott will start for the Reds, while Huascar Brazobán will pitch for the Mets.

Cincinnati Reds Team Preview

The Cincinnati Reds have shown strong performances recently. They achieved a win by 5 runs against the New York Mets on May 26th, securing a 7-2 victory. Chase Burns led as the starting pitcher, delivering 5 1/3 innings with 8 strikeouts. Tyler Stephenson, Eugenio Suárez, and Elly De La Cruz contributed with key hits.

In their previous game on May 25th, the Reds also won 7-2 against the Mets. Nick Lodolo was impressive on the mound, allowing only 1 earned run over 6 innings. The Reds hit two home runs, showcasing their power at the plate, with Stephenson and Bleday each hitting one.

The Reds’ hitting stats for the season are notable with a .230 batting average. They rank 8th in slugging percentage and 5th in home runs with 68. Andrew Abbott is the probable starting pitcher for the next game, holding a 4-2 record and a 3.97 ERA this season.

Reds vs Mets Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Cincinnati Reds vs. New York Mets
  • Venue: Citi Field in New York, NY
  • Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Reds Moneyline +100, Mets Moneyline -120

New York Mets Team Preview

The New York Mets have been struggling in their recent games. They lost their last five games, including two against the Cincinnati Reds and three against the Miami Marlins. Their last game against the Reds ended with a 7-2 loss, where they managed only five hits.

The Mets’ batting lineup includes some key players like Juan Soto and Bo Bichette. Juan Soto has been a strong hitter with a batting average of .293 and 11 home runs. Bo Bichette has also been contributing with a .228 average and 27 RBIs, but the team overall has been struggling with consistency.

On the pitching side, Huascar Brazobán is set to start against the Reds. He has a 3-1 record with a 1.73 ERA this season. The Mets’ pitching staff has shown potential, ranking ninth in batting average against, but they need to support their pitchers better with runs.

BTB Betting Pick

The New York Mets have a slight edge with a moneyline of -120 against the Cincinnati Reds at +100. The Mets’ stronger pitching, with an ERA of 3.96 and a batting average against of .235, gives them the advantage. The projected score is 5-4 in favor of the Mets.

The total for the game is set at 8.5 runs, with the over at -105 and the under at -116. Both teams have solid pitching, but the Reds’ higher slugging percentage suggests potential for runs. The recommendation is to take the over, with a projected total of 9 runs.