Mets Face Off Against Cubs as Losing Streak Hits Nine: April 18 Predictions

Mets Face Off Against Cubs as Losing Streak Hits Nine: April 18 Predictions

A crucial matchup in the National League unfolds on Saturday, April 18, as the New York Mets visit the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. The Cubs, holding a record of 10-9, recently claimed victory in Friday’s series opener, dominating the Mets 12-4. This win marks the Cubs' fourth consecutive victory, while the Mets, at 7-13, are grappling with a daunting nine-game losing streak—their longest since 2004. Pitching Matchup: Freddy Peralta (Mets): 1-1, 3.86 ERA Jameson Taillon (Cubs): 0-1, 4.86 ERA First pitch is set for 2:20 p.m. ET. Last season, the Mets managed a 4-2 record against the Cubs. According to the latest betting odds, the Cubs are favored at -112 on the money line, while the over/under for total runs stands at 8.5. Key Betting Insights: The SportsLine Projection Model, which simulated the game 10,000 times, predicts the total runs will exceed 8.5. The Cubs have gone 12-6-1 on the over this season, ranking among the highest in baseball, while the Mets have seen similar trends with 5-3 on the over in their last eight road games. Player Performance: Peralta has struggled against the Cubs, posting a 4.74 ERA in his last five outings against them last year, compared to his season average of 2.70 ERA. Taillon has also faced challenges, allowing a .293 batting average against current Mets batters. The model forecasts a total of 9.4 combined runs for the game. For those looking to make informed bets, details on the money-line pick and further predictions are available at SportsLine.

Source: CBS Sports - 2026-04-18