New York Mets vs San Diego Padres Betting Odds Preview and Pick

The New York Mets pay a visit to San Diego on Saturday, hoping to shut down the Padres bats in baseball betting action at PETCO Park.

James Shields will take the mound for the San Diego Padres, and he'll carry a 1-4 record into the contest. Bartolo Colon gets the ball for the New York Mets; he's 2-1 so far this season.

Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick

Those betting on the visitors in this one found the New York Mets listed as favorites of -130 at most sportsbooks, including Sportsbook. Total bettors saw the number open in the area of 7, check for odds updates at Sportsbook.

Handicapping models based on recent betting stats and prediction formulas pick a 2.9-2.3 win for the Padres. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming MLB matchups here.

New York Mets vs San Diego Padres Matchup

Team Betting Records & Power Rankings

San Diego (13-17) will face the 17-11 Mets in this tilt. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and San Diego vs New York injuries news.

This game matches up the No. 25 (San Diego Padres) and the No. 2 (New York Mets) teams, according to our current MLB Power Rankings.

Statistical Matchup

When it comes to getting on base, the visiting New York Mets rank No. 20 at 8.04 hits per game. That compares with the San Diego Padres No. 22 ranking in that category.

New York brings the No. 3-rated defense to this matchup, facing the Padres's No. 21-ranked defense.

Recent Outings Betting Recap

The Mets were shut out in their last start, struggling to get much going against the San Diego staff and losing 2-0 to the Padres on Friday at PETCO Park.

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