Mets vs. Cubs Prediction, Picks and Odds

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Mets vs. Cubs MLB game on April 18, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Mets
Freddy Peralta 1-1, 3.86 ERA
2
4
Wrigley Field
Cubs
Jameson Taillon 0-1, 4.86 ERA
Wrigley Field
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Mets
0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 7 0
Cubs
0 1 0 0 0 3 0 0 X 4 5 1
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Mets
    0%
  • Cubs
    100%
Win Probability
Baseball infield diamond diagram
Last At Bat
Outs
Tyrone Taylor flies out to shallow center field to Dansby Swanson.
Quick Box Score
Mets Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 T. Taylor PH1000000.0000.000
2 B. Bichette 3B4110000.2500.500
3 F. Lindor SS4020001.5001.000
4 L. Robert CF4020000.5001.250
5 M. Melendez DH3000012.0000.250
6 F. Alvarez C4000000.0000.000
7 M. Vientos 1B4111101.2501.250
8 T. Pham PH1000001.0000.000
9 M. Semien 2B3010011.3330.833
Cubs Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 N. Hoerner 2B4000000.0000.000
2 M. Busch 1B4010001.2500.500
3 A. Bregman 3B4000000.0000.000
4 I. Happ LF2211120.5002.750
5 S. Suzuki RF2100010.0000.500
6 C. Kelly DH11131001.0005.000
7 M. Amaya C3010000.3330.666
8 P. Crow-Armstrong CF3000000.0000.000
9 D. Swanson SS3000001.0000.000

Mets vs. Cubs: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup Overview

  • Teams: Mets vs. Cubs
  • Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
  • Time: 2:20 PM ET
  • Venue: Wrigley Field

Current Betting Odds

  • Spread: Cubs favored at -1.5
  • Total (Over/Under): 8.5
  • Moneyline Odds: Mets 48¢, Cubs 51¢

Dimers' Win Probabilities

  • Mets: 48%
  • Cubs: 52%

Dimers' predictive 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 Mets a win probability of 48%, while the Cubs have a win probability of 52%. Discover the best spread, over/under, and moneyline odds for the game on this page.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Cubs are more likely to beat the Mets in the MLB game at Wrigley Field on Saturday. Discover the best spread, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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