Mets vs Reds Prediction and MLB Tips - 26 May 2026
Last updated: May 25, 2026, 12:05AM | Published: May 24, 2026, 5:41PM
The New York Mets will face the Cincinnati Reds in MLB action at Citi Field on Tuesday, beginning at 6:10am AEST.
Nolan McLean (2-3, 3.57 ERA) will get the ball for the Mets, up against Nick Lodolo (0-1, 7.20 ERA) for the Reds.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Mets vs Reds game, plus the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Using trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NY Mets vs Cincinnati MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Mets a 59% chance of winning against the Reds at Citi Field.
Mets vs Reds: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Tuesday's MLB game at Citi Field are shown here:
- Head to Head: Mets $1.62, Reds $2.35
- Line: Mets -1.5 ($2.40), Reds +1.5 ($1.61)
- Total (Over/Under 7.5 Runs): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Mets at $1.62 and the Reds at $2.35.
The Mets are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Reds, with odds of $2.40 available at TAB.
For the underdog Reds (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.61.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 7.5 with TAB, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Reds (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 60% of the time, while the 7.5-run over/under is expected to go over 54% of the time.
Mets vs Reds: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Cincinnati at $2.35 with TAB
- Line: Mets -1.5 at $2.40 with TAB
- Total Runs: Over 7.5 at $1.91 with TAB
Today's Mets vs Reds betting tips are based on detailed simulations and gambling intelligence to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
And while the Mets have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Reds to win is our recommended option due to the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges published here at Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.
Although the Reds are more likely to cover the line, our best bet of Mets -1.5 is based on the chance of that happening, as projected by our predictive analytics model, and the top odds available.
Mets vs Reds: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the NY Mets vs Cincinnati game on Tuesday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
Our model updates frequently, so bookmark this page for the latest betting tips before the NY Mets vs Cincinnati game.
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Mets vs Reds: Essential Details
The match-up between the Mets and Reds at Citi Field is scheduled to begin at 6:10am AEST on Tuesday.
- Teams: New York Mets vs Cincinnati Reds
- Date: Tuesday 26 May 2026
- Time: 6:10am AEST
- Venue: Citi Field
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our NY Mets vs Cincinnati predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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