San Francisco Giants vs New York Mets Prediction 9/6/2026 Today’s MLB Picks

The San Francisco Giants and the New York Mets will meet on Sunday afternoon in the final game of a three game National League series at Citi Field in Queens, New York.

San Francisco Giants Betting Preview

The San Francisco Giants enter Sunday’s contest with a 59–84 overall record (4th in the National League West) and an abysmal 26–48 mark on the road. The Giants offense has been inconsistent this season. San Francisco has compiled 601 runs scored (22nd in MLB), 237 doubles, 164 home runs and a .252 team batting average which ranks 14th in Major League Baseball.

The Giants arrive at this evening’s game in below average form. San Francisco has lost three of the team’s last five games played this season, including a 5–2 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates earlier this week.

The San Francisco Giants will turn to left hander Cesar Perdomo in this game. In 2026, Perdomo has compiled a 0–0 win loss record, a 2.25 ERA, a 1.00 WHIP and four strikeouts in four innings pitched. Perdomo will look to build on his recent quality pitching performances in this afternoon’s matchup with the New York Mets.

The San Francisco Giants lineup features Rafael Devers and Jung Hoo Lee. Rafael Devers has compiled a .258 batting average, 35 home runs (8th in MLB), 91 RBIs, and an .858 OPS which ranks 18th in Major League Baseball. Jung Hoo Lee has tallied a .280 batting average (11th in MLB), 9 home runs, 51 RBIs, 28 doubles, 26 walks, 12 stolen bases and a .758 OPS.                                                    

New York Mets Betting Preview

The New York Mets enter Sunday night’s matchup with a 64–78 overall record (5th in the National League East) and a 33–40 mark at home. New York arrives at this contest in good form, winning three of the team’s last five games, including a 10–4 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays four days ago.

The Mets will start right hander Christian Scott in today’s game. In 20 starts made in 2026, Scott has compiled a 4–4 win-loss record, a 3.80 ERA, a 1.31 WHIP and 113 strikeouts in 94.2 innings pitched. Scott arrives at this contest in subpar form, allowing four earned runs or more in two of his last four starts made this season.

Turning our attention to the New York offense, the Mets lineup features Juan Soto and Carson Benge. Soto has compiled a .274 batting average, 23 home runs, 56 RBIs, 8 doubles, and a .923 OPS. Carson Benge has tallied a .276 batting average, 16 home runs, 54 RBIs, 18 doubles, 40 walks and a .750 OPS.            

Why the San Francisco Giants will win.

• Offensive balance. Rafael Devers and Jung Hoo Lee have been key contributors for the San Francisco Giants lineup.

• Motivation factor. The San Francisco Giants have lost three of the team’s last five games.

Why the New York Mets will win.

• Home field edge. The New York Mets have played competitive baseball at Citi Field this season.

• Offensive firepower. Juan Soto and Carson Benge continue to lead the New York Mets lineup.

• Starting pitching. In 20 starts made in 2026, Christian Scott has compiled a 4–4 win-loss record, a 3.80 ERA, a 1.31 WHIP and 113 strikeouts in 94.2 innings pitched.

San Francisco Giants vs. New York Mets Prediction

In my view this matchup favors the New York Mets. Why? The Mets arrive at this contest playing quality baseball, winning three of the team’s last five games, while San Francisco has played below average baseball recently, losing three of the team’s last five games. Additionally, I like Christian Scott’s chances of limiting San Francisco run production in this one. I am backing the New York Mets on the moneyline in this game.

Hans Geevers's Pick: New York Mets ML