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Mets vs. Cardinals prediction: Mets favored to win Tuesday's MLB matchup [3/31/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get New York Mets vs St. Louis Cardinals predictions for MLB Tuesday.
The St. Louis Cardinals will take on the New York Mets in MLB action at Busch Stadium on Tuesday, beginning at 7:45 PM ET.
The Cardinals will have Andre Pallante (0-0, 0.00 ERA) as their starting pitcher, while the Mets have opted for Kodai Senga (0-0, 0.00 ERA).
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' upgraded MLB model predicts the Mets as the most likely winner of the Mets vs. Cardinals game.
This article offers a closer look at Tuesday's matchup, including best bets and picks.
Mets vs. Cardinals prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's MLB matchup between the Mets and Cardinals, forming part of our MLB predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Mets a 57% chance of defeating the Cardinals.
According to our model, the Cardinals (+1.5) have a 57% chance of covering the run line, while the over/under total of 8.5 runs has a 53% chance of going over.
Mets vs. Cardinals odds [3/31/2026]
We have researched the best MLB odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Mets | Cardinals |
|---|---|---|
| Run Line | -1.5 (+115) | +1.5 (-135) |
| Moneyline | -146 | +130 |
| Total | o8.5 (-105) | u8.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Mets vs. Cardinals picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available 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 | Cardinals +1.5 | -135 |
| Moneyline | Cardinals | +130 |
| Total | Over 8.5 | -105 |
According to our MLB best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 8.5 total runs.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Mets vs. Cardinals game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's MLB matchup between the Cardinals and Mets at Busch Stadium is scheduled to start at 7:45 PM ET.
- Who: New York Mets vs. St. Louis Cardinals
- Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
- Time: 7:45 PM ET/4:45PM PT
- Venue: Busch Stadium
Conclusion
We predict the Mets, with a 57% win probability, will likely beat the Cardinals on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Mets vs. Cardinals insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our responsible gambling hub.
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