New York Mets vs Chicago Cubs Betting Pick & Prediction for 4/18

MLB game preview

The New York Mets will travel to Wrigley Field to take on the Chicago Cubs. The Mets have a current record of 7-13 and sit at the bottom of the NL East. They are on a nine-game losing streak and have won only one of their last ten games.

The Chicago Cubs hold a 10-9 record, placing them fifth in the NL Central. They have won their last three games and are 6-4 in their previous ten games. The weather forecast for the game is cool with overcast clouds and a light breeze. Freddy Peralta will pitch for the Mets, while Jameson Taillon will start for the Cubs.

New York Mets Team Preview

The New York Mets have faced a tough stretch recently. They have lost their last five games, with their most recent game ending in a 12-4 loss to the Chicago Cubs. Despite the loss, the Mets managed to get 14 hits but couldn’t capitalize with runners on base.

Francisco Alvarez has been a standout performer for the Mets. He has hit four home runs this season and maintains a .294 batting average. His performance will be crucial for the Mets as they try to get back on track.

The Mets’ pitching has been inconsistent, as shown in their recent games. Kodai Senga struggled in his last outing, giving up six earned runs over just 3 1/3 innings. Freddy Peralta, with a 3.86 ERA, will be the starting pitcher in the next game, aiming to provide some stability to the rotation.

Mets vs Cubs Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: New York Mets vs. Chicago Cubs
  • Venue: Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL
  • Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Mets Moneyline -102, Cubs Moneyline -118

Chicago Cubs Team Preview

The Chicago Cubs have been hitting well in recent games. In their last game against the Mets, they scored 12 runs with 14 hits, including three home runs. Nico Hoerner and Moisés Ballesteros both had strong performances, contributing to the team’s high run total.

In their previous game against the Phillies, the Cubs won 11-2. Shota Imanaga pitched six innings, allowing only one earned run and striking out 11 batters. Nico Hoerner led the offense with three hits and five RBIs, while Matt Shaw added three hits and two RBIs.

The Cubs have been performing well overall this season. They hold a team batting average of .255, ranking 7th in the league. Their on-base percentage is .345, which is 3rd best in the league, and they have hit 22 home runs, ranking 6th in this category.

BTB Betting Pick

The Cubs are favored with a moneyline of -118 against the Mets at -102. The Cubs have a better batting average and on-base percentage compared to the Mets. Given the Cubs’ solid pitching stats, including a lower ERA, picking the Cubs to win is the better choice.

The total for the game is set at 8.5. The Cubs have a strong offense, ranking high in home runs and walks. With both teams showing decent offensive capabilities, taking the over at 8.5 (+100) is a reasonable pick.