Padres vs. Mets: MLB Prediction & Analysis

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Padres vs. Mets MLB game on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Padres
Robbie Ray 10-7, 3.28 ERA
5
2
Citi Field
Mets
Zac Thornton 3-3, 2.78 ERA
Citi Field
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Padres
1 0 0 0 2 0 1 0 1 5 10 1
Mets
0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 2 6 1
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Padres
    100%
  • Mets
    0%
Win Probability
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Last At Bat
Outs
Bo Bichette strikes out swinging.
Quick Box Score
Padres Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 F. Tatis RF5223201.4002.000
2 J. Bowen LF11100001.0002.000
3 M. Machado 3B4131111.7502.300
4 T. France 1B5011002.2000.400
5 J. Merrill CF4000004.0000.000
6 X. Bogaerts SS4000000.0000.000
7 A. Hays DH4010001.2500.500
8 F. Fermin C4010000.2500.500
9 J. Cronenworth 2B4110001.2500.500
Mets Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 F. Lindor SS5000002.0000.000
2 B. Bichette 3B5020002.4001.200
3 L. Robert CF4111101.2501.250
4 C. Benge RF4000001.0000.000
5 F. Alvarez DH3000011.0000.250
6 C. Morel 1B3010010.3330.833
7 M. Semien 2B3000010.0000.250
8 A. Ewing LF3000013.0000.250
9 J. Young PH1000000.0000.000

Padres vs. Mets: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: MLB Tuesday

  • Teams: San Diego Padres vs. NY Mets Mets
  • Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
  • Time: 7:10PM ET
  • Venue: Citi Field

Current betting odds

  • Spread: Padres (-1.5, +150), Mets (+1.5, -153)
  • Moneyline: Padres -110, Mets +111
  • Total (Over/Under): 8.5 runs (-103/+100)

Dimers’ win probabilities

  • Padres: 50.7%
  • Mets: 49.3%

Dimers' predictive MLB model, renowned for its accuracy, assesses each team's chances by simulating the outcome of the game 10,000 times. This method provides a precise and unbiased view.

Our Prediction: Who Wins?

After extensive simulations, our model gives the Padres a win probability of 50.7%, while the Mets have a win probability of 49.3%.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Padres are more likely to beat the Mets in the MLB game at Citi Field on Tuesday. Discover the best run line, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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