Washington Nationals vs New York Mets Picks and Predictions for Wednesday April 29 2026
The Washington Nationals travel to face the New York Mets at Citi Field in Queens, New York on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, with first pitch scheduled for 7:10 PM and coverage available on MLB.TV. At the time of this writing the odds were not released. This matchup features two teams trying to find consistency, with one side showing flashes of offensive production and the other looking to stabilize after a difficult stretch. For deeper insight into today’s slate, readers are encouraged to view today’s top MLB picks.
Starting Pitchers Preview
Washington will send Cade Cavalli to the mound, who enters this game with a 0-1 record, a 4.01 ERA, and a 1.66 WHIP across 24.2 innings. Cavalli has allowed 29 hits while striking out 28 batters and walking 12, without allowing a home run so far. On the other side, New York has not officially named a starting pitcher, with the current listing showing undecided and no statistical data available for that spot. This creates some uncertainty for the home team heading into the matchup.
Washington Bringing Competitive Road Form
The Nationals enter this contest with a 13-16 overall record and a strong 10-6 mark on the road. Washington has been competitive in recent games, going 2-3 over its last five contests. The team recently won over Chicago in back-to-back extra-inning games, including a 6-3 result and a 2-1 victory. However, they also dropped games to Atlanta during this stretch, showing some inconsistency despite their ability to stay in close contests.
From a statistical standpoint, Washington is batting .243 as a team, scoring 156 runs on 245 hits while hitting 34 home runs. The Nationals hold a .325 on-base percentage and a .395 slugging percentage. On the pitching side, they have posted a 5.24 ERA with a 1.48 WHIP, issuing 118 walks while recording 230 strikeouts and allowing a .264 opponent batting average.
Sign Up Get $30 Premium Picks Credit + Exclusive Offers
Subscribe Now
One key concern for Washington has been its pitching performance. With a 5.24 ERA and a high WHIP, the staff has allowed frequent baserunners and scoring opportunities, which has made it difficult for the team to convert its offensive production into consistent wins.
New York Searching for Answers at Home
The Mets come into this matchup with a 9-19 overall record and a 5-10 mark at home. New York has struggled significantly in recent games, losing three straight contests and four of its last five overall. The team recently lost to Colorado multiple times by scores of 3-0, 3-1, and 4-3, though they did manage wins over Minnesota earlier in the stretch. This pattern highlights ongoing inconsistency, particularly on the offensive side.
Offensively, New York is batting .226 as a team, scoring just 92 runs on 212 hits while hitting 20 home runs. The Mets carry a .288 on-base percentage and a .337 slugging percentage. On the pitching side, they have posted a 4.01 ERA with a 1.29 WHIP, issuing 101 walks while recording 254 strikeouts and holding opponents to a .236 batting average.
A notable weakness for New York has been its offensive production. With only 92 runs scored and a lower batting average and on-base percentage, the team has struggled to generate consistent scoring opportunities, which has contributed to its recent losing streak.
Nationals vs Mets Picks and Prediction
Nationals vs Mets Pick
Pick: Washington Nationals Moneyline
Washington enters this matchup with a clear edge in offensive production, highlighted by a higher batting average, more runs scored, and greater power numbers compared to New York. While both teams have struggled at times, the Nationals’ ability to generate offense gives them an advantage against a Mets team that has had difficulty scoring consistently. With stronger road performance and more offensive output, Washington appears to have the upper hand.
Nationals vs Mets Total Pick
Pick: Over 8.5 (if set at 8.5)
I would lean toward the over in this matchup based on Washington’s pitching numbers and overall offensive capabilities. The Nationals’ higher ERA and WHIP suggest that runs could be allowed, while their offense has shown the ability to produce. Even though New York has struggled to score, the conditions point toward potential opportunities for both teams to contribute to the total.
Final Score Prediction
Final Score Prediction: Washington Nationals 6 – New York Mets 4
This prediction was written before the completion of game play on Tuesday.
Never Tried Picks and Parlays? Now Is Your Chance
- Get your first daily picks package for ONLY $1 using coupon code BUCK
- If the pick loses, we credit your account with 3 Flex Picks
- If the pick wins, we still give you 1 Flex Pick on the house
- Win or lose, you walk away ahead. One dollar. No catch.
Spend $10 Get 200 in Bonus Picks
$200 in No Sweat Entries + A Free Pick
Get 100% on any coins purchase up to $100
