Mets vs Yankees Prediction and MLB Tips - 17 May 2026
Last updated: May 16, 2026, 11:11PM | Published: May 16, 2026, 4:27AM
The New York Mets will sqaure off with the New York Yankees in MLB action at Citi Field on Sunday, commencing at 9:15am AEST.
The Mets will have Huascar Brazobán (2-1, 2.14 ERA) start, pitting him against Carlos Rodón (0-0, 6.23 ERA) for the Yankees.
This article features Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Mets vs Yankees game, plus the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Utilising trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Sunday's NY Mets vs NY Yankees MLB game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Yankees a 52% chance of beating the Mets at Citi Field.
Mets vs Yankees: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Sunday's MLB game at Citi Field are listed below:
- Head to Head: Mets $2.05, Yankees $1.80
- Line: Mets +1.5 ($1.61), Yankees -1.5 ($2.40)
- Total (Over/Under 8.5 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 $2.05 and the Yankees at $1.80.
The Mets are listed as 1.5-run underdogs against the Yankees, with odds of $1.61 available at TAB.
For the favourite Yankees (-1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $2.40.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 8.5 with TAB, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Mets (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 61% of the time, while the 8.5-run over/under is expected to go over 52% of the time.
Mets vs Yankees: Best Bets
- Head to Head: NY Mets at $2.05 with TAB
- Line: Mets +1.5 at $1.61 with TAB
- Total Runs: Over 8.5 at $1.91 with TAB
Stats Insider's Mets vs Yankees best bets are based on market-leading modelling and betting intelligence to bring you the best possible advice around the clock.
While the Yankees have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Mets to win is our recommended option due to the 1.0% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is one of the keys to achieving long-term profitability.
Mets vs Yankees: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the NY Mets vs NY Yankees game on Sunday, including data-driven predictions and the best betting tips.
Our model updates frequently, so refresh this page for the latest betting predictions before the NY Mets vs NY Yankees match-up.
As always, see our Best Bets to get betting tips on every MLB game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Mets vs Yankees: Essential Details
The match-up between the Mets and Yankees at Citi Field is scheduled to commence at 9:15am AEST on Sunday.
- Teams: New York Mets vs New York Yankees
- Date: Sunday 17 May 2026
- Time: 9:15am 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 NY Yankees predictions are based on 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 accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
If you decide to use our predictions for betting purposes, it's crucial that you gamble responsibly and manage your finances effectively. For free and confidential support, call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au.
More on MLB
Stats Insider is your home for betting on the MLB in Australia, with the latest MLB betting news, predictions for every MLB game, and futures probabilities for the MLB.
