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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get New York Mets vs San Francisco Giants predictions for MLB Thursday.
The San Francisco Giants and New York Mets will meet in MLB action at Oracle Park on Thursday, starting at 9:45 PM ET.
Robbie Ray (0-1, 3.38 ERA) will be the starting pitcher for the Giants, while the Mets will counter with David Peterson (0-0, 0.00 ERA).
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced MLB model gives the Mets a slight edge with a 52% win probability over the Giants.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Thursday's Mets vs. Giants matchup, including best bets and picks.
Mets vs. Giants prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Thursday's MLB game between the Mets and Giants, forming part of our MLB predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Mets a 52% chance of defeating the Giants.
According to our model, the Giants (+1.5) have a 61% chance of covering the run line, while the 8-run over/under has a 52% chance of going over.
Mets vs. Giants odds [4/2/2026]
We have sourced the best MLB odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Mets | Giants |
|---|---|---|
| Run Line | -1.5 (+140) | +1.5 (-160) |
| Moneyline | -118 | +106 |
| Total | o8 (-115) | u8 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Mets vs. Giants 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 | Giants +1.5 | -160 |
| Moneyline | Giants | +106 |
| Total | Over 8 | -115 |
According to our MLB best bets, the top play to make on this game is Giants to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Mets vs. Giants game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's MLB matchup between the Giants and Mets at Oracle Park is scheduled to start at 9:45 PM ET.
- Who: New York Mets vs. San Francisco Giants
- Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026
- Time: 9:45 PM ET/6:45PM PT
- Venue: Oracle Park
Conclusion
We predict the Mets, with a 52% win probability, will likely beat the Giants on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Mets vs. Giants insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our responsible gambling hub.
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