Looking for today’s New York Mets vs. Los Angeles Dodgers betting splits? Below you’ll find the latest DraftKings Sportsbook Moneyline, Run Line and total betting percentages, plus where the public and sharp money are landing before first pitch.
Mets vs. Dodgers Odds
| Market | Mets (Home) | Dodgers (Away) |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +142 | -172 |
| Run Line | +1.5 (-113) | -1.5 (-106) |
| Total | Over 9 (-102) | Under 9 (-118) |
The Dodgers open as clear road favorites at -172 on the Moneyline, with the Run Line set at -1.5 (-106) and the total at O/U 9.
DraftKings Betting Splits
| Market | Side | Bets % | Handle % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Mets | 14% | 87% |
| Moneyline | Dodgers | 86% | 13% |
| Run Line | Mets +1.5 | 31% | 88% |
| Run Line | Dodgers -1.5 | 69% | 12% |
| Total | Over 9 | 44% | 98% |
| Total | Under 9 | 56% | 2% |
Public Betting Trends
This game features one of the most dramatic bets-versus-handle splits on the DraftKings board. On the Moneyline, 86% of bets are on the Dodgers, yet 87% of the money is on the Mets. That pattern repeats on the Run Line, where 69% of tickets back LA at -1.5 while 88% of the handle sits with New York at +1.5. On the total, the Under is drawing 56% of the bets, but the Over is commanding a staggering 98% of the handle. Across all three markets, the public is betting one direction while larger, sharper wagers are pushing the other way, strongly favoring the Mets side and the Over.
Mets vs. Dodgers Stats
Team Batting Stats
| Stat | Mets | Dodgers |
|---|---|---|
| AVG | .233 | .260 |
| OBP | .303 | .341 |
| SLG | .381 | .432 |
| OPS | .684 | .773 |
| ISO | .148 | .172 |
| BABIP | .274 | .301 |
| K% | 22.4% | 20.6% |
| BB% | 8.2% | 9.8% |
| Runs | 424 | 543 |
Team Pitching Stats
| Stat | Mets | Dodgers |
|---|---|---|
| ERA | 4.21 | 3.53 |
| WHIP | 1.306 | 1.134 |
| K/9 | 9.17 | 9.12 |
| K/BB | 2.55 | 2.99 |
| OBA | .238 | .215 |
Starting Pitcher Stats
| Stat | Freddy Peralta (NYM) | Emmet Sheehan (LAD) |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 5-9 | 4-7 |
| ERA | 5.01 | 5.13 |
| WHIP | 1.459 | 1.266 |
| FIP | 4.51 | 4.50 |
| xFIP | 4.26 | 3.94 |
| WAR | 1.08 | 1.10 |
| K% | 22.4% | 26.4% |
| BB% | 9.3% | 6.9% |
| HR/9 | 1.40 | 1.75 |
Key Matchup Numbers
- Record: Dodgers (67-38) lead the NL and are on a 4-game win streak, while the Mets (43-62) have lost 3 straight.
- Offense gap: Los Angeles is hitting .260/.341/.432 compared to New York at .233/.303/.381, with 119 more runs scored on the season.
- Pitching matchup: Both starters have ERAs above 5.00, with Sheehan posting a lower xFIP (3.94 vs. 4.26) and better walk rate (6.9% vs. 9.3%).
- Sharp money signal: Only 14% of Moneyline tickets are on the Mets, but 87% of the handle backs them, indicating significant sharp action on the home underdog.
- Total lean: Despite 56% of bets landing on the Under, 98% of the handle is on the Over, suggesting large wagers anticipate these two vulnerable starters will allow runs.
Two high-ERA starters facing lineups with very different offensive profiles create a lopsided matchup on paper, but the sharp handle disparity on the Mets Moneyline suggests informed bettors see value on the home underdog at +142. With O/U 9 and both pitchers susceptible to big innings, the total may be the sharpest edge of the day.
Betting Splits Summary
| Metric | Mets/Over | Dodgers/Under |
|---|---|---|
| ML Bets % | 14% | 86% |
| ML Handle % | 87% | 13% |
| RL Bets % | 31% | 69% |
| RL Handle % | 88% | 12% |
| Total Bets % | 44% | 56% |
| Total Handle % | 98% | 2% |
FAQs
What are MLB betting splits?
MLB betting splits show how the public is wagering on a game by breaking down the percentage of bets (tickets) and handle (money) on each side of a market. They help bettors identify where the majority and the sharp money are going.
What is the difference between bets and handle?
Bets refer to the number of individual wagers placed on a side, while handle represents the total dollar amount wagered. A side with low bet percentage but high handle percentage typically signals that fewer, larger bets are being placed by sharper bettors.
How do betting splits identify sharp money?
When a side receives a small share of total bets but a disproportionately large share of the handle, it suggests that high-dollar bettors, often considered sharps, are backing that side. This bets-versus-handle discrepancy is one of the most reliable indicators of professional action.
Should you follow betting splits?
Betting splits are one useful data point among many. Following sharp handle can provide an edge over time, but splits work best when combined with other research such as matchup stats, pitcher trends, and line movement. No single metric guarantees winning bets.
How often do DraftKings betting splits update?
DraftKings betting splits update in near real-time throughout the day as bets are placed. Percentages can shift significantly in the hours leading up to first pitch, so checking closer to game time often provides the most actionable data.
What is the best bet for Mets vs. Dodgers?
Based on the current DraftKings splits, sharp money is heavily backing the Mets on the Moneyline at +142, with 87% of the handle despite only 14% of bets. The same pattern appears on the Run Line, where 88% of money supports Mets +1.5. On the total, 98% of the handle is on the Over 9, making the Over another sharp-leaning play in this matchup.
