New York Mets vs Miami Marlins Betting Pick & Prediction for 5/24

MLB game preview

The New York Mets take on the Miami Marlins in an MLB regular season game at loanDepot Park. The Mets have a record of 22-30 and are ranked fifth in the NL East. They are on a two-game losing streak and have split their last ten games evenly.

The Marlins hold a record of 24-29, placing them fourth in the same division. They have won their last two games and have a slightly better home record of 17-15. The game is set for Sunday, May 24, 2026, at 1:40 PM, with the weather described as overcast and breezy.

New York Mets Team Preview

The New York Mets have struggled in recent games, dropping four of their last five. Their recent loss to the Miami Marlins was by a score of 4-1, where they managed only three hits. Mark Vientos and Tyrone Taylor were the only players to secure hits in that game.

The Mets’ hitting stats this season show some challenges. They have a batting average of .228, ranking 16th. Their on-base percentage is .291, placing them at 22nd, and their slugging percentage is .352, ranking 27th.

On the mound, Christian Scott is expected to start for the Mets. This season, he has a 4.12 ERA with 25 strikeouts. His WHIP stands at 1.48, and he has yet to record a win or loss.

Mets vs Marlins Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: New York Mets vs. Miami Marlins
  • Venue: loanDepot Park, Miami, FL
  • Date: Sunday, May 24, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Mets Moneyline -119, Marlins Moneyline -101, Mets Runline -1.5 (+138), Marlins Runline +1.5 (-165), Total Over 8.5 (-102), Total Under 8.5 (-119)

Miami Marlins Team Preview

The Miami Marlins have shown mixed results in recent games. They secured two wins against the New York Mets, with a strong 4-1 performance on May 23rd. Max Meyer excelled, pitching seven innings with just one hit allowed.

The Marlins’ batting lineup has been consistent, ranking 8th in batting average at .243. Key players like Xavier Edwards and Otto Lopez have contributed significantly. Edwards holds a .308 average, while Lopez leads the team with a .338 average.

On the mound, Tyler Phillips has been a standout with a 1.20 ERA in the 2026 season. The Marlins’ pitching staff ranks 5th in batting average against at .226. With 17 quality starts, they hold a 10th-place rank in this category.

BTB Betting Pick

The Mets are favored on the moneyline at -119, while the Marlins are at -101. The Mets have a strong pitching staff with a 3.83 ERA, ranked 11th. Their advantage on the mound makes them the pick to win the game.

The total for this game is set at 8.5. The Mets’ pitching limits runs, and the Marlins have a solid batting average against at .226. The game is projected to be low-scoring, so the recommendation is to take the under 8.5.