Reds vs. Mets prediction: Close contest projected after new data released for Tuesday's MLB matchup [5/26/2026]
Get Cincinnati Reds vs New York Mets predictions for MLB Tuesday.

MLB action continues on Tuesday at 7:10 PM ET as the Cincinnati Reds take on the New York Mets at Citi Field.
The Mets will send David Peterson (3-4, 5.03 ERA) to the mound, pitting him against Chase Burns (6-1, 1.83 ERA) for the Reds.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced MLB model gives an equal chance for both both teams to win the Reds-Mets matchup.
This article offers a closer look at Tuesday's Reds vs. Mets matchup, including best bets and picks.
Reds vs. Mets prediction: Who will win and cover?
Our leading predictive model currently can't split the two teams, giving both the Reds and Mets a 50% chance of winning the game.
According to our model, the Mets (+1.5) have a 63% chance of covering the run line, while the over/under total of 7.5 runs has a 53% chance of going over.
Reds vs. Mets odds [5/26/2026]
We have sourced the best MLB odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Reds | Mets |
|---|---|---|
| Run Line | -1.5 (+148) | +1.5 (-170) |
| Moneyline | -118 | +105 |
| Total | o7.5 (-104) | u7.5 (-115) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Reds vs. Mets picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Run Line | Mets +1.5 | -170 |
| Moneyline | Mets | +105 |
| Total | Over 7.5 | -104 |
According to our MLB best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 7.5 total runs.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Reds vs. Mets game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's MLB action between the Mets and Reds at Citi Field is scheduled to begin at 7:10 PM ET.
- Who: Cincinnati Reds vs. New York Mets
- Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2026
- Time: 7:10 PM ET/4:10PM PT
- Venue: Citi Field
Conclusion
We predict a close game between the Reds and Mets on Tuesday, with each team having a 50% chance of winning.
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