The New York Yankees host the Mets on Friday, September 11, 2026, in what looks like a solid matchup on paper. The Yankees hold a strong 84-62 record, while the Mets are struggling at 68-78. This difference in performance is reflected in the betting odds.
The Yankees are favored to win, with a moneyline of -142, meaning you’d need to bet $142 to win $100. The Mets are underdogs at +118, so a $100 bet would win $118 if they pull off the upset. The spread is set at 1.5 runs. The Mets are +1.5 with odds of -186, which means a bet on the Mets to either win or lose by just one run pays less because it’s seen as safer. The Yankees are -1.5 at +153, so you’d need them to win by at least two runs for that bet to pay off.
The game total is 8 runs, with the over at -112 and the under at -108. This suggests the sportsbook expects a moderately low-scoring game, but the line is close, indicating uncertainty.
Given the Yankees’ better record and home advantage, they look like the safer pick. However, the spread and moneyline odds imply the Mets might keep it close. For those eyeing value, the Mets on the spread could be worth considering, but expect a tight game either way.