Detroit Tigers vs New York Mets Betting Pick & Prediction for 5/14

MLB game preview

The Detroit Tigers will visit the New York Mets for an afternoon game at Citi Field. The Tigers hold a record of 19-24 and are ranked fourth in the AL Central. They are currently on a two-game losing streak and have won three of their last ten games.

The Mets, on the other hand, have a 17-25 record and are in fifth place in the NL East. They have won their last two games and have a 6-4 record in their last ten games. The game is set for Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 1:10 PM and will be aired on SNY.

Detroit Tigers Team Preview

The Detroit Tigers are looking to bounce back after recent losses. In their last game against the New York Mets, they lost by one run with a score of 3-2. Riley Greene was a standout hitter, going 3 for 5 with two RBIs.

The Tigers have shown strength with extra-base hits, leading the league with 81 doubles. Their batting average this season is .242, which ranks them 10th. The team has also been effective at getting on base, with an on-base percentage of .325, ranking 8th.

On the pitching side, the Tigers have an ERA of 3.94, placing them 13th in the league. Keider Montero, their probable starter, has a season ERA of 3.18. With a WHIP of 0.96, Montero aims to control the game against the Mets.

Tigers vs Mets Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Detroit Tigers vs. New York Mets
  • Venue: Citi Field in New York, NY
  • Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Tigers Moneyline +146, Mets Moneyline -173

New York Mets Team Preview

The New York Mets head into their next game after a narrow 3-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers. The team’s hitting was led by Carson Benge, who had three hits and one RBI. Although the Mets had no extra-base hits, they managed to secure the win with timely hitting and solid pitching.

In their recent games, the Mets have shown mixed results with a couple of wins and losses. They beat the Tigers 10-2 on May 12th, showcasing their ability to score runs despite having no home runs in the game. The team’s batting average of .225 ranks 21st, and they aim to improve their on-base and slugging percentages.

Pitching remains a strong point for the Mets, with a team ERA of 3.75, ranking 9th. Nolan McLean is expected to start, holding a 2.78 ERA and 57 strikeouts this season. The team will rely on its pitching strength to keep games competitive and give the offense a chance to win.

BTB Betting Pick

The Mets are favored to win against the Tigers with a moneyline of -173. The Tigers have a moneyline of +146, indicating they are the underdogs. Considering the Mets’ stronger hitting and pitching stats, the recommendation is to pick the Mets to win. The projected score is Mets 5, Tigers 3.

The total for the game is set at 7.5 runs. The Mets’ pitching ranks well, but both teams have shown the ability to score. Given this, the recommendation is to go with the over. The projected total score is 8 runs, suggesting a game that could surpass the set line.