| MATCHUP | New York Mets | Texas Rangers |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 71-85 | 78-78 |
| Spread | +1.5 -180 | -1.5 148 |
| Moneyline | +123 | -149 |
| Total | Over 7.5 (-119) | Under 7.5 (-101) |
| Where | Globe Life Field, Arlington, Texas | |
| When | Tuesday, September 22, 2026 | |
| Time | 08:05 PM EDT | |
| TV | MLB.TV | |
New York Mets Betting Preview
The New York Mets enter Tuesday’s contest with a 71-85 overall record (5th in the National League East) and a 35-40 mark on the road. The Mets offense has been subpar this season. New York has compiled 668 runs scored (22nd in MLB), 198 doubles, 194 home runs and a .239 batting average which ranks 23rd in Major League Baseball.The Mets arrive at tomorrow night’s game in above average form, winning two of the team’s last three games played this season, including a 6-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies three days ago.
The Mets will turn to left hander Sean Manaea in this game. In 17 starts made in 2026, Manaea has compiled a 5-7 win-loss record, a 4.74 ERA, a 1.32 WHIP and 132 strikeouts in 138.2 innings pitched. Sean Manaea arrives at this contest in rather subpar form, allowing four earned runs or more in five of his last six starts made this season. Manaea will look to bounce back from his recent struggles on the mound in tomorrow night’s matchup with the Texas Rangers.
The Mets lineup features Juan Soto and Carson Benge. Juan Soto has compiled a .273 batting average, 26 home runs, 65 RBIs, 11 doubles and a .909 OPS. Carson Benge has tallied a .275 batting average, 19 home runs, 61 RBIs, 19 doubles, 47 walks and a .758 OPS.
Texas Rangers Betting Preview
The Texas Rangers enter Tuesday’s matchup with a 78-78 overall record (1st in the American League West) and a 44-34 mark at home. The Rangers offense has been rather inconsistent this season. Texas has compiled 653 runs scored (25th in MLB), 228 doubles, a .243 team batting average and 173 home runs which ranks 18th in Major League Baseball.The Rangers arrive at tomorrow night’s game in solid form. Texas has won six of the team’s last eight games.
The Rangers will start left hander MacKenzie Gore in this contest. In 32 starts made this season, Gore has compiled an 8-11 win-loss record, a 4.67 ERA, a 1.35 WHIP and 172 strikeouts which ranks 23rd in Major League Baseball.
The Texas Rangers lineup features talented first baseman Jake Burger. Burger has compiled a team leading 27 home runs, a .233 batting average, 88 RBIs (23rd in MLB), 23 doubles and a .735 OPS.
Why the New York Mets will win.
• Current form. The New York Mets have won two of the team’s last three games played this season.• Starting pitching. In 17 starts made in 2026, Sean Manaea has compiled a 5-7 win-loss record, a 4.74 ERA, a 1.32 WHIP and 132 strikeouts in 138.2 innings pitched.
Why the Texas Rangers will win.
• Home field advantage. The Texas Rangers have amassed a 44-34 record at Globe Life Field.• Starting pitching. MacKenzie Gore has compiled an 8-11 win-loss record, a 4.67 ERA, a 1.35 WHIP and 172 strikeouts.
• Recent form. The Texas Rangers have won six of the team’s last eight games.