The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Washington Nationals at 1.92 — an implied 51% chance. The favourite delivered.

• New York Mets: opened 1.75, closed 1.96 (49%)
• Washington Nationals: opened 2.14, closed 1.92 (51%)

New York Mets v Washington Nationals — previous meetings

• 2026-08-16Washington Nationals 3-4 New York Mets
• 2026-08-14Washington Nationals 1-4 New York Mets