Mets vs. Cubs prediction: Odds and MLB betting pick today

The New York Mets are 1.5 games ahead of Atlanta Braves in the NL East. The Mets have a chance to extend their lead on Monday night when they play the Chicago Cubs at Citi Field. They are -320 favorites.

Chris Bassitt will start for the Mets. Javier Assad will face him. Assad has a 2.98 ERA and 1.43 WHIP in his first five MLB appearances. Cubs have a good offense that grades out as bang-average against right-handed pitchers. Cubs are the favorite to win the game.

Mets are a -240 favorite at home against the Cubs on Monday night. The in-form Bassitt is expected to play well for the Mets.

Mets vs. Cubs is a betting pick today.