Preview the March 27 matchup between the Houston Astros and New York Mets with odds over/under, game spread, betting lines and more.

The New York Mets hit the road to take on the Houston Astros for opening day. Below we will continue our MLB odds series with a Mets-Astros prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game.

At Daikin Park on Friday, the Houston Astros (1-0) face the New York Mets (0-1), with first pitch at 8:10 p.m. ET.The Astros are favored at home (-139) against the Mets (+117). The Astros will

Houston’s lineup features many new faces, but two foundational elements remain. Altuve will be in Houston's Opening Day lineup for the 13th time in the last 14 seasons —he missed the first six weeks of 2023 due to a thumb injury—while left-hander Framber Valdez makes his fourth consecutive Opening Day start for the reigning AL West champion.

The Astros are considering carrying top prospect Cam Smith on the Opening Day roster, according to GM Dana Brown. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.

Cam Smith walked to the plate to a huge ovation in Houston before hitting an opposite-field single on the first pitch he saw in the major leagues