Los Angeles Dodgers vs New York Mets Betting Pick & Prediction for 7/24

MLB game preview

The Los Angeles Dodgers travel to Citi Field to take on the New York Mets. The Dodgers lead the NL West with a record of 65-38. They have won their last two games and are 5-5 in their last ten games.

The Mets are struggling with a 43-60 record, sitting last in the NL East. They have lost their last game and are 4-6 in their last ten games. This game will be played under clear skies with a light breeze.

Los Angeles Dodgers Team Preview

The Los Angeles Dodgers recently showed strong performances in their games against the Philadelphia Phillies. In their latest game, they scored 9 runs with 11 hits, including 2 home runs. Freddie Freeman and Dalton Rushing were key contributors, with Freeman hitting two doubles and Rushing hitting a home run.

In the regular season, the Dodgers have excelled in batting with a .260 average, ranking 2nd. Their on-base percentage is the best in the league at .340. They also rank 2nd in slugging percentage, showing their ability to get extra-base hits.

Roki Sasaki is expected to start the next game for the Dodgers. His season stats include a 4.98 ERA and 85 strikeouts. The team will look to him for a solid performance on the mound against the Mets.

Dodgers vs Mets Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Los Angeles Dodgers vs. New York Mets
  • Venue: Citi Field in New York, NY
  • Date: Friday, July 24, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Dodgers Moneyline -151, Mets Moneyline +127, Dodgers Runline -1.5 (+107), Mets Runline +1.5 (-130), Total Over 9.0 (-106), Total Under 9.0 (-115)

New York Mets Team Preview

The New York Mets have had mixed results in their recent games. They managed a 4-0 win against the Milwaukee Brewers on July 21st, thanks to Zac Thornton’s strong pitching. However, they fell short in two other games against the Brewers, losing 4-3 and 8-3.

In the 2026 regular season, the Mets’ batting average stands at .234, ranking them 19th in the league. They have hit 121 home runs, placing them 12th in this category. The team has also struck out 861 times, which ranks them 15th.

Key players for the Mets include Bo Bichette and Francisco Alvarez. Bichette has a batting average of .256 with 10 home runs. Alvarez has hit 11 home runs, with a batting average of .257, making him a strong presence in the lineup.

BTB Betting Pick

The Dodgers are favored on the moneyline at -151. Their strong pitching and hitting stats give them an edge over the Mets. The Dodgers have a better batting average and earned run average, making them the safer pick to win straight up. The projected score is Dodgers 5, Mets 4.

The total for the game is set at 9.0 runs. Both teams have decent pitching, with the Dodgers having the edge in earned run average. Given the Dodgers’ strong pitching and the Mets’ average hitting, the total score might stay under 9.0 runs. The projected total is 9 runs, so the recommendation is to pick the under at -115.