| MATCHUP | New York Mets | Los Angeles Dodgers |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 7-9 | 11-4 |
| Where | Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, California | |
| When | Monday, April 13, 2026 | |
| Time | 10:10 PM EDT | |
| TV | ESPN Unlmtd | |
The New York Mets and the Los Angeles Dodgers will meet on Monday night at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California.
New York Mets Betting Preview
The New York Mets enter tomorrow night’s game with a 7–9 overall win‑loss record, including a 4–3 mark on the road. New York will send left‑hander David Peterson to the mound. In three starts made this season, Peterson has amassed an 0–2 record, a 6.14 ERA, a 1.84 WHIP and 14 strikeouts while allowing 21 hits and 6 walks in 14.2 innings pitched. Peterson will look to shut down a formidable lineup in tomorrow’s matchup with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The New York Mets return a quality lineup featuring outfielder Luis Robert Jr. and shortstop Bo Bichette. Bichette enters this contest with a .235 batting average, 9 RBIs, 5 walks and a .593 OPS. Robert Jr. has tallied a rather impressive .319 batting average, 2 home runs, 7 RBIs, 2 stolen bases and a .904 OPS which ranks 31st in Major League Baseball.
Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Preview
The Los Angeles Dodgers enter tomorrow evening’s game with an 11–4 overall win-loss record, including a 6-3 mark at home. It is noteworthy that the Dodgers are in rather good form entering tomorrow’s contest. More specifically, the Los Angeles Dodgers have won seven of the team’s last nine games played this season, including a thrilling 8-7 victory over the Texas Rangers two days ago.
The Dodgers will turn to left‑hander Justin Wrobleski tomorrow evening. In two starts made in 2026, Wrobleski has compiled a 1–0 record, a 4.00 ERA, a 1.22 WHIP and 4 strikeouts while allowing 6 hits and 5 walks in 9 innings pitched this season.
Shifting our focus to the Los Angeles offense, the Dodgers continue to rely on Shohei Ohtani and Andy Pages. Ohtani enters this matchup with a .286 batting average, 5 home runs (9th in MLB), 10 RBIs and a .996 OPS. Outfielder Andy Pages has amassed a .429 batting average (1st in MLB), 4 home runs, 17 RBIs and a robust 1.181 OPS which ranks third in Major League Baseball. Pages has played so well this season that the Dodgers moved him up to third in the batting order this weekend.
Why the New York Mets will win.
• Offensive stability. Luis Robert Jr. and Bo Bichette provide reliable offense to the New York Mets starting lineup.
• Enhanced motivation. The New York Mets arrive at tomorrow’s contest on the heels of a five-game losing streak.
Why the Los Angeles Dodgers will win.
• Quality starting pitching. Justin Wrobleski has compiled a 1–0 record, a 4.00 ERA, a 1.22 WHIP and 4 strikeouts while allowing 6 hits and 5 walks in 9 innings pitched this season.
• Elite offensive efficiency. Los Angeles ranks among the league leaders in OPS, with Andy Pages and Shohei Ohtani driving consistent run production.
• Home field edge. The Los Angeles Dodgers have amassed a 6–3 record at home this season.
• Current form. The Dodgers have won seven of the team’s last nine games played this season.
New York Mets vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Prediction
In my view, this matchup favors the Los Angeles Dodgers. Why? Justin Wrobleski has delivered steady, efficient innings to open the 2026 season giving Los Angeles a reliable presence on the mound. Conversely, David Peterson has struggled with command and is vulnerable facing a formidable Dodgers lineup tomorrow night. The Dodgers are the clear side to be on in this matchup. For the reasons just noted, I am backing the Los Angeles Dodgers to cover the 1.5 runs in this game.