| MATCHUP | St. Louis Cardinals | New York Mets |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 35-28 | 29-36 |
| Spread | +1.5 -194 | -1.5 159 |
| Moneyline | +104 | -126 |
| Total | Over 8 (-102) | Under 8 (-118) |
| Where | Citi Field, Queens, New York | |
| When | Tuesday, June 9, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:10 PM EDT | |
| TV | MLB.TV | |
St. Louis Cardinals Betting Preview
The St. Louis Cardinals enter Tuesday’s contest with a 35–28 overall win-loss record (2nd in the National League Central) and a 16–12 mark on the road. The Cardinals offense has been competitive to this point in the season. St. Louis has compiled 278 runs scored, 89 doubles, 69 home runs and a .242 team batting average which ranks 14th in Major League Baseball.The Cardinals arrive at tomorrow’s game in good form. More specifically, St. Louis has won six of the team’s last nine games played this season, including a dominant 10–3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds three days ago.
St. Louis will turn to right hander Dustin May in this contest. In 12 starts made this season, May has compiled a 3–6 record, a 4.59 ERA, a 1.29 WHIP and 60 strikeouts, while allowing 67 hits and 19 walks in 66.2 innings pitched. May will look to improve on his recent subpar performances on the mound in tomorrow’s matchup with the New York Mets.
Shifting our focus to the Cardinals offense, the St. Louis lineup features outfielder Jordan Walker and first baseman Alec Burleson. Jordan Walker has compiled a robust .303 batting average (13th in MLB), 16 home runs (10th in MLB), 14 doubles, 47 RBIs (4th in MLB) and a .922 OPS. Alec Burleson has amassed a .290 batting average, 8 home runs, 43 RBIs (13th in MLB) and an .816 OPS.
New York Mets Betting Preview
The New York Mets enter Tuesday night’s matchup with a 29–36 overall record (5th in the National League East) and a 15–15 mark at home. The Mets have played competitive baseball recently, winning three of the team’s last five games played this season, including a 5–0 shutout victory over the San Diego Padres last week.New York will start right hander Freddy Peralta in tomorrow’s game. In 13 starts made this season, Peralta has compiled a 4–4 record, a 3.63 ERA, a 1.32 WHIP and 74 strikeouts, while allowing 65 hits and 30 walks in 72 innings pitched.
The New York Mets lineup features Juan Soto and Carson Benge. Juan Soto enters this contest with a .275 batting average, 13 home runs, 30 RBIs and an .894 OPS. Carson Benge has compiled a .265 batting average, 7 home runs, 9 doubles, 17 walks, 26 RBIs, and a .733 OPS.
Why the St. Louis Cardinals will win.
• Offensive potential. Jordan Walker and Alec Burleson lead the St. Louis Cardinals lineup.• Ability to win on the road. The Cardinals have compiled a 16-12 record on the road this season.
• Current form. The St. Louis Cardinals have won six of the team’s last nine games.
Why the New York Mets will win.
• Starting pitching advantage. Freddy Peralta has compiled a 4-4 record, a 3.63 ERA and 74 strikeouts in 72 innings pitched.• Offensive production. Juan Soto and Carson Benge continue to provide the New York Mets consistent offense.
• Recent momentum. New York has won three of the team’s last five games entering tomorrow’s contest.