MLB Predictions

New York Mets vs Texas Rangers Predictions

Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 8:05pm EST

New York

Mets

Moneyline -109
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Texas

Rangers

Moneyline -110
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Spread New York Mets -1.5 Texas Rangers +1.5
Moneyline New York Mets -109 Texas Rangers -110
Total Over 8 (-108) Under 8 (-112)
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Mets vs. Rangers Prediction: McLean’s ERA Edge Meets a Tight Price

Analysis updated September 23, 2026 at 5:23 AM CDT

New York has the lower-ERA probable starter, while Texas is a slight favorite at -112. Neither side offers a clear wager.

Probable pitchers and moneyline

Nolan McLean’s 3.18 ERA is the clearest argument for considering the Mets at SPF’s -107 moneyline against the Rangers at -112. FanDuel Research, FanDuel’s sports analysis publication, lists the New York right-hander and Texas left-hander Cody Bradford, who has a 4.19 ERA, as the probable starters. Those assignments aren't confirmed, and ERA alone doesn't establish which price offers value.

The same preview lists Texas at 78-79 and New York at 72-85 ahead of Wednesday’s 8:05 p.m. ET game at Globe Life Field. The Rangers’ better record weighs in their favor, but it doesn't resolve the pitching question or support a confident winner pick.

Betting recommendation

SPF lists a total of 7.5, with the over at -112 and the under at -108. Without confirmed lineups or current bullpen information, the probable starters’ ERAs aren't enough to support either total bet. Pass on this matchup.

Confidence low
Betting lean Pass
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