Washington Nationals vs New York Mets Betting Pick & Prediction for 4/29

MLB game preview

The Washington Nationals will visit the New York Mets at Citi Field for an MLB regular season game. The Nationals hold a record of 13-17 and are ranked 3rd in the NL East. They have won 4 of their last 10 games but lost their most recent game.

The Mets, with a record of 10-19, are 5th in the NL East. They have a 3-7 record over their last 10 games and won their last outing. The game will take place on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 7:10 PM, with the weather forecast predicting overcast clouds and a mild breeze. Fans can catch the game on SNY.

Washington Nationals Team Preview

The Washington Nationals are coming off a tough loss to the New York Mets, where they struggled to score, losing 8-0. Zack Littell had a challenging outing, giving up four earned runs in just 3 2/3 innings. The Nationals’ bats were quiet, managing only three hits without any extra-base hits.

In their recent games against the Chicago White Sox, the Nationals secured two wins. They won 2-1 and 6-3, showcasing strong performances from Foster Griffin and Jake Irvin. Nasim Nuñez contributed with four RBIs in one of those victories, while José Tena added a home run in the close win.

The Nationals’ offense ranks 13th in batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging percentage. CJ Abrams leads the team with a .267 average and seven home runs. The team looks to bounce back with Cade Cavalli on the mound, who has a 4.01 ERA and 28 strikeouts this season.

Nationals vs Mets Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Washington Nationals vs. New York Mets
  • Venue: Citi Field in New York, NY
  • Date: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Nationals Moneyline +140, Mets Moneyline -166, Nationals Runline +1.5 (-161), Mets Runline -1.5 (+134), Total Over 7.5 (-118), Total Under 7.5 (-103)

New York Mets Team Preview

The New York Mets are coming off a strong win against the Washington Nationals. They scored 8 runs while holding the Nationals scoreless. Clay Holmes pitched well, going 6 innings with 6 strikeouts and no earned runs.

In their recent games, the Mets have had a mix of results. They lost two games to the Colorado Rockies, despite solid performances from their pitchers. Nolan McLean and Kodai Senga had decent outings but did not receive enough run support.

Offensively, the Mets have room for improvement. Their team batting average is .225, ranking 20th in the league. However, players like Bo Bichette and Francisco Alvarez have shown potential with their hitting performances.

BTB Betting Pick

The Mets are favored to win with a moneyline of -166, while the Nationals sit at +140. Considering the Mets’ better pitching stats, with an ERA of 3.87 compared to the Nationals’ 5.25, they have the edge. Thus, the pick is for the Mets to win straight up.

The total for the game is set at 7.5 runs. The Nationals’ pitching struggles, with a high ERA, suggest more runs could be scored. The Mets’ solid offensive stats also contribute. Therefore, the recommendation is to take the over on 7.5 runs.