The New York Mets will host the Arizona Diamondbacks at Citi Field on April 7, 2026, with the game scheduled to start at 4:10 p.m. ET. This matchup comes as the Mets are riding a three-game winning streak, having recently taken three of four games against the San Francisco Giants.
Currently, the Mets hold a record of 6-4, placing them first in the National League East, while the Diamondbacks sit at 5-5, positioned second in the National League West. The Mets’ recent success has been bolstered by their strong performance at home, as they embark on a six-game homestand that begins with this series against Arizona.
However, the Mets will be without star outfielder Juan Soto, who is on the 10-day injured list due to a right calf strain. Soto is expected to miss two to three weeks, a significant blow to the Mets’ lineup as they seek to maintain their lead in the division.
The starting pitchers for this game will be Freddy Peralta for the Mets, boasting a record of 1-0 and an ERA of 4.35, and Zac Gallen for the Diamondbacks, who comes in with a record of 1-1 and an ERA of 3.60. Both pitchers will be crucial in determining the outcome of this tightly contested matchup.
The weather forecast for the game indicates mostly clear skies, with a low of 33 degrees and winds blowing from the north-northwest at 15 to 25 mph. This change in weather has prompted the Mets to move the game time up from its original schedule of 7:10 p.m. ET.
Betting odds for the game favor the Mets, with a spread of 1.5 runs, an over/under set at 7, and moneyline odds of Mets (-160) and Diamondbacks (+135). Predictions for the game suggest a close contest, with the Mets expected to edge out the Diamondbacks 3-2.
In a fan-friendly move, anyone holding a ticket for the Mets’ games on Tuesday or Wednesday will receive a voucher for a ticket to any regular-season home game in April and May, enhancing the experience for loyal supporters.
As the game approaches, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how the Mets will perform without Soto and whether the Diamondbacks can capitalize on this opportunity. The atmosphere at Citi Field is expected to be electric as both teams vie for an important victory early in the season.
