The Chicago Cubs (58-82) open a 3-game series with the New York Mets (89-52) Monday. First pitch from CitiField is set for 7:10. p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Cubs vs. Mets odds with MLB picks and predictions.
Season series: Mets lead 3-1
The Cubs have lost 7 of their 9 games in September. Chicago’s latest loss was a 4-2 defeat at the San Francisco Giants Sunday, despite 2B Zach McKinstry being a home run short of the cycle.
The Mets remain one of the best teams in baseball, winning 4 of their last 5 outings. New York is 1 1/2 games ahead of the Atlanta Braves in the NL East.