Mets vs Cubs Prediction 24 June 2026
📡 The second game of the doubleheader will test not just the Mets’ roster depth, but also their resilience after a rough start to the series. On Tuesday, New York fell to Chicago, 6-9, surrendering five runs in the second inning alone. The Cubs capitalized on Kodai Senga’s struggles, while the Mets once again failed to turn promising at-bats into a cohesive performance. The evening matchup offers the hosts a chance to quickly shift the series momentum, but after a long day at the ballpark, every mistake will come at a steeper price.
Head-to-Head
📊 Over their last 10 head-to-head matchups, the New York Mets and Chicago Cubs have split the wins evenly, with five victories apiece. The Cubs, however, have taken four of the previous five meetings, including recent results of 12-4, 4-2, 2-1, and 9-6. Still, the dynamics of this matchup often hinge on the starting pitching duel: the Mets consistently generate opportunities at the plate when playing at home, while the Cubs sometimes struggle to replicate their Wrigley Field offensive output on the road. With the overall record dead even, the hosts have a real chance to hit back in the second game of the day.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
New York Mets Team Overview
The Mets stand at 34-44 overall and are 18-19 at home, heading into this doubleheader on the back of three straight losses. On Tuesday, Juan Soto exited the game with back discomfort, so his status remains uncertain pending the final lineup. Despite some personnel concerns, the hosts still boast considerable firepower: Francisco Alvarez launched a home run and drove in three runs, Bo Bichette chipped in with a two-run shot, while Mark Vientos and Marcus Semien are both capable of bolstering the heart of the order. The Mets need to come out strong in the early innings to prevent the Cubs from comfortably playing from ahead again.
Match Results: New York Mets
Chicago Cubs Team Overview
The Cubs stand at 41-37, but their 18-20 road record still lags behind their overall season form. On Tuesday, Chicago got a big lift from Pete Crow-Armstrong and Dansby Swanson, with a 9-6 win marking their eighth victory in the last 11 games. However, starting pitcher Edward Cabrera exited with a leg injury, casting some doubt over how the pitching staff will be managed in the doubleheader. The Cubs boast a deep lineup, but the second game of the day often demands more careful bullpen management and fewer free passes allowed.
Match Results: Chicago Cubs
⚾ Starting Pitchers
Sean Manaea gets the nod for New York. The lefty enters with a 1-2 record, a 4.64 ERA, and 56 strikeouts. While Manaea's season has been somewhat uneven, he has the ability to disrupt hitters' timing with his mix of speeds and command on the edges of the zone. The Cubs are particularly dangerous when they get runners on ahead of Pete Crow-Armstrong, Michael Busch, and Seiya Suzuki, so the Mets’ starter needs to avoid issuing free passes and making early mistakes in the strike zone.
Chicago counters with Javier Assad. The right-hander boasts a 5-1 record and a 3.89 ERA. Assad has been steady this season, but pitching the second game of a doubleheader means he’ll face a Mets lineup already familiar with the Cubs’ pitching staff after the earlier contest. New York are patient at the plate and excel at working deep counts, which could drive up Assad’s pitch count by the middle innings. For the Cubs’ starter, quickly establishing command against the top of the Mets’ order will be crucial.
⭐ Editor’s Prediction
The Cubs have looked stronger overall this season, but the second game of a doubleheader often favors the team that can best capitalize on home-field advantage and roster depth. The Mets took a tough loss in the opener, falling 6-9, but their offense still managed to put up six runs-proving they can go toe-to-toe with Chicago at the plate. Manaea doesn’t give New York a clear edge on the mound, but the Mets are in a good position to respond after the defeat and could benefit from the extra workload on the Cubs’ bullpen. If Soto is available or if Álvarez and Bichette step up, the hosts have enough firepower to shift the momentum of the series. The pick here is a New York Mets win.
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