MLBSunday, Apr 12, 2026, 5:40 PM UTC
Game starts in 3h 11m
New York Mets
+1.57
vs
Athletics
+2.44
AI Confidence: 60%
Winner: Athletics Win (60%)
Spread: Athletics +1.5 (+1.5) (62%)
Total: Under 8 (57%)
New York Mets vs Athletics Prediction
The Oakland Athletics, currently on a four-game winning streak, face the struggling New York Mets in the final game of their series at Citi Field. The Athletics have dominated the first two games of this series. The pitching matchup strongly favors the Athletics, with Aaron Civale taking the mound against Freddy Peralta.
ATS PREDICTION
Athletics Win
Predicted: Athletics 5 - Mets 3
60%
The Athletics enter this game on a four-game winning streak, having already defeated the Mets twice in this current series with scores of 4-0 and 11-6. Starting for the Athletics, Aaron Civale boasts a strong 1-0 record with a 2.70 ERA over 10.0 innings pitched, having allowed just one earned run in his last outing. In contrast, the Mets' probable starter, Freddy Peralta, holds a 1-0 record but with a higher 4.80 ERA over 15.0 innings this season. The Mets are also struggling offensively, having been outscored 29-9 during their four-game losing streak, and are missing key hitter Juan Soto due to a calf strain. The Athletics' offense, led by recent standout Tyler Soderstrom, who hit two home runs and drove in five runs in the last game, appears to be in better form.
SPREAD PREDICTION
Athletics +1.5 (+1.5)
62%
The Athletics are playing with significant momentum, having won their last four games, including both previous matchups in this series against the Mets. With Aaron Civale starting, who has a substantially lower ERA (2.70) than Mets starter Freddy Peralta (4.80), the Athletics are well-positioned to either win outright or keep the game very close. Given their recent performance against the Mets, covering a +1.5 run spread is a highly plausible outcome.
TOTAL PREDICTION
Under 8
57%
The total for this game is set at 8 runs, with the under holding -115 odds. Aaron Civale's solid 2.70 ERA and recent performance suggest he should limit the Mets' scoring opportunities. While Freddy Peralta's ERA is higher, the Mets' offense is currently struggling, scoring only nine runs in their last four games and missing Juan Soto. These factors suggest a lower-scoring affair, leaning towards the under.
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First 5 Innings Winner
Athletics
With Aaron Civale starting for the Athletics (2.70 ERA) against Freddy Peralta (4.80 ERA) for the Mets, the Athletics are expected to have an early advantage through the first five innings.
Team Total Runs
Athletics Over 3.5
The Athletics have scored 11 and 4 runs in the first two games of this series. Their offense is hot, and they are facing a pitcher with a 4.80 ERA. They should be able to exceed 3.5 runs.
Team Total Runs
Mets Under 4.5
The Mets have struggled to score recently, putting up only nine runs in their last four losses. They are also facing a strong pitcher in Aaron Civale (2.70 ERA) and are missing Juan Soto.
Winning Margin (Athletics)
Athletics by 1-3 Runs
Given the Athletics' strong pitching and current form, they are favored to win. MLB games are often close, and a 1-3 run victory is a common outcome for a favored team on a hot streak against a struggling opponent.
Race to 3 Runs
Athletics
The Athletics' offense has been more potent recently, scoring 11 and 4 runs in the last two games. Combined with their favorable pitching matchup against Peralta, they are more likely to reach 3 runs first.
New York Mets vs Athletics โ Key Stats (AI)
Betting Angles โ New York Mets vs Athletics
โ Moneyline: Athletics
The Athletics are significantly undervalued as +150 underdogs, implying only a 40% win probability. Our model, considering the pitching matchup, recent form, and Mets' injuries, projects the Athletics to win approximately 60% of the time, representing a strong 20% edge.
โ ๏ธ Total Runs: Under 8
With Civale's strong pitching and the Mets' recent offensive struggles, there's a good chance this game stays under the total of 8 runs. The implied probability from the odds is 53.5%, while our model suggests a slightly higher 58% chance of the under hitting.
๐ฐ Sharp Money
Specific sharp money movements are not available from the search, but the line movement (Mets as favorites despite losing streak) suggests some underlying belief in their ability to rebound, or public bias towards the more recognized team. Line movement: The Mets opened as favorites and remain so, with their moneyline generally between -173 and -178, while the Athletics are between +145 and +150.
AI Same Game Parlay โ New York Mets vs Athletics
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3-LegCombined Odds: 600.00 (+59900)
AI Confidence: 58%
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Correlation: Positive correlation exists as the Athletics winning, especially in a lower-scoring game, supports them covering the +1.5 spread and the game staying under the total.
Risk Assessment
Medium Risk- โ ๏ธMLB's inherent high variance can lead to unpredictable outcomes.
- โ ๏ธThe Mets, despite recent struggles, possess offensive talent that could break out.
- โ ๏ธBullpen performance, especially for the Mets with Clay Holmes' hamstring issue, could swing the game.
Model Confidence
60%
Data quality: High
Limitations
- โขBullpen usage for the previous day for both teams (April 11th) beyond initial reports of Holmes' injury is not fully detailed.
- โขSpecific offensive/defensive splits against left/right-handed pitching for all players were not available.
- โขBetting odds used are from one source and can fluctuate.
This prediction is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute betting advice.
New York Mets vs Athletics โ FAQ
The probable starting pitchers are Freddy Peralta (1-0, 4.80 ERA) for the New York Mets and Aaron Civale (1-0, 2.70 ERA) for the Athletics.