Mets vs Astros Picks and Prediction – 3/27/2025

The New York Mets open the 2024 season Thursday on the road with a game in Houston against the Astros. New York had a mediocre 2024 season finishing the year with 89 wins and 73 losses following the thread and loss to the Atlanta Braves in the final game of the regular season. New York found a ton of success in the playoffs advancing to the NLCS after series wins against the Milwaukee Brewers and the Philadelphia Phillies. New York saw their season come to an end in game six of the National League championship series with a 5 run road loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Stay up to date with our MLB Picks.

Brett Baty has been the most consistent bat for New York in spring training or the .353 batting average after compiling 18 hits across twenty RBI's. New slugger Juan Soto has shown his immediate worth in the spring as one of two players with four home runs and carries a .289 batting average. Hose Siri has shined in the spring for New York as one of two players to have boasted a team-leading eleven RBIs overall.

The Houston Astros open the 2025 season Thursday night at home with a new look and a new feel to the team. Houston had another strong showing last season finishing the regular season with 88 wins and 73 losses to punch their way into the playoffs. The Houston season ended abruptly in the postseason following a 2 game sweep in the wild card against the Detroit Tigers.

Jeremy Pena has been the best bet in the Houston lineup this spring with a .475 batting average and a team high four home runs across 14 games played. Zach Dezenzo has come up big for Houston in the spring as well with a .391 batting average across 18 games total. Cam Smith has been vital for Houston this spring with a .342 batting average and has posted a team high eleven RBI overall.

Both teams have new looks as each will have new faces on the rosters. Houston will have the edge however being at home with the better pitcher on the bump. Take the Astros to open the year the right way with a home win Thursday. Final Score Prediction, Houston Astros win 6-3.