First pitch: 7:10 p.m. ET
Venue: Citi Field, Flushing, Queens, New York
Probable starters: RHP Brandon Young (Orioles, 9-4, 3.71 ERA, 1.35 WHIP, 112 SO in 140.2 IP) vs. RHP Jonah Tong (Mets, 2-1, 4.80 ERA, 1.33 WHIP, 14 SO in 15.0 IP)
TV: MASN / SNY (and streaming options such as Fubo)
This is Game 1 of a three-game interleague series. Both clubs sit fifth in their respective divisions and are largely playing out the string, though late-season positioning and player development remain factors.
Weather Forecast
Sunny to partly cloudy and pleasant. Temperature around 74°F at first pitch (high near 75–77°F), with a low in the low-to-mid 60s overnight. North-northwest winds 10–15 mph, low humidity, and near-0% chance of precipitation. Ideal outdoor conditions at Citi Field.
Injury Reports
Orioles
Luis Robert Jr. (CF): 10-day IL (hamstring)
Christian Franklin (OF): 10-day IL (hand)
Blaze Alexander (INF): 10-day IL (back)
Tyler O’Neill (OF): 10-day IL (shoulder)
Kyle Bradish (SP): 15-day IL (lower abdominal)
Longer-term (mostly 60-day): Félix Bautista, Ryan Helsley, Keegan Akin, Ryan Mountcastle, Jordan Westburg, Zach Eflin, Colin Selby, and others.
Mets
Cionel Pérez (RP): 15-day IL (forearm)
Devin Williams (RP): 15-day IL (shoulder)
Longer-term (60-day): Tylor Megill, Jorge Polanco, Reed Garrett.
Both teams are missing key contributors, particularly in the outfield (Orioles) and bullpen (both sides).
Current Rosters / Projected Approaches
Orioles: Lineup likely features Pete Alonso (returning to Citi Field after his departure), Gunnar Henderson, Jackson Holliday, Coby Mayo, and supporting pieces. Young has been a reliable starter for Baltimore this season.
Mets: Expect Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto, Bo Bichette, Carson Benge, A.J. Ewing (hot recently), Francisco Alvarez, Brett Baty, and others. Tong is a young/prospect arm making a limited number of starts.
Key Player vs. Player Matchups
Young vs. Mets hitters: Young has posted solid overall numbers and a winning record in his starts. He will face a Mets offense that has been productive of late (high run totals in recent games). Lindor, Soto, and Bichette represent the primary threats.
Tong vs. Orioles hitters: Tong has limited big-league experience this year and has allowed runs in recent outings. Alonso’s power and familiarity with Citi Field, combined with Henderson and the rest of Baltimore’s lefty-friendly bats, could create opportunities for the visitors.
Recent Team Forms
Orioles: 2-3 in last 5; 3-7 in last 10. Coming off a series loss in Toronto (including an 8-1 defeat on Sunday). Offense has been inconsistent (.224 AVG recently); team ERA 4.20. Road record 36-39.
Mets: 3-2 in last 5; 7-3 in last 10. Offense has been hot (47 runs in last 6 games noted in some reports; .276 AVG in last 10). Just concluded a Subway Series against the Yankees. Home record 34-40; team ERA 4.18.
Series History
First meeting of the 2026 season between these clubs. Historical interleague matchups have been competitive, with Citi Field often producing moderate-to-higher scoring games depending on pitching and wind.
Betting Trends
Mets have shown better recent form and home offense; Orioles strong in games without allowing homers but struggling overall lately. Public lean slightly toward the home Mets.
Game Odds
Baltimore Orioles 8
New York Mets – 120
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, September 13, 2026
