[mm-video type=playlist id=01fb7dafw2b08817yr player_id=none image=https://sportsbookwire.usatoday.com/wp-content/plugins/mm-video/images/playlist-icon.png]
The Cleveland Guardians (2-2) take on the Cincinnati Reds (2-2) Tuesday at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati. First pitch is scheduled for 4:10 p.m. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Guardians vs. Reds odds with MLB picks and predictions.
The Guardians split their wraparound 4-game series against the Kansas City Royals. Cleveland won its final 2 games of the set to gain the split, outscoring Kansas City 27-10 after being outscored in the first two games 4-1.
The Reds also split a 4-game set in their opening series, playing well against the Atlanta Braves. Cincinnati scored exactly 6 runs in 3 of the 4 outings.
Guardians at Reds: Projected starters
RHP Shane Bieber vs. RHP Tyler Mahle
Bieber did not factor into the decision in his first start against Kansas City Thursday, allowing a run with 3 hits and no walks while striking out 4 across 4.2 IP.
- Went 5-2 with a 2.91 ERA with a .211 opponent batting average in 9 road starts across 55.2 IP on the road last season.
- Allowed 3 runs, 6 hits and 2 walks with 13 strikeouts over 8 innings in a win at GABP April 18 last season in his only appearance against the Reds.
Mahle picked up the win in his initial start of the season Thursday, allowing 1 unearned run, 3 hits and 2 walks with 7 strikeouts across 5 innings.
- Went 5-4 with a 5.63 ERA across 78.1 IP over 15 starts at home last season, striking out 98 batters with 19 home runs allowed.
- Last faced Cleveland Aug. 4, 2020, allowing just 1 hit and 2 walks with 6 strikeouts across 6 scoreless innings in a no-decision.
Guardians at Reds odds, spread and lines
Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:30 a.m. ET.
- Money line (ML): Guardians -120 (bet $120 to win $100) | Reds +100 (bet $100 to win $100)
- Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Guardians -1.5 (+135) | Reds +1.5 (-170)
- Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -105 | U: -120)
Exclusive USA TODAY Network offer: Deposit $10 or more, get $200 in instant bet credits at Tipico Sportsbook! New customer offer in CO and NJ. 21+, see Tipico.com for Terms and Conditions. Place your legal, online sports bets at Tipico. Let’s make this interesting. Bet now!
Guardians at Reds prediction and picks
Prediction
Guardians 4, Reds 2
Money line
The GUARDIANS (-120) failed to win in Bieber’s first start in Kansas City. He probably saw the offense break out in the past 2 games and wondered where the run support was in his outing. The Cleveland bats will likely struggle a little against Cincinnati’s opening-day starter, but it’ll do enough to get the win for its ace.
Win your fantasy baseball league with BaseballHQ.com. For decades, BHQ has been helping players just like you win! Use the couple code SBW22 for $15 OFF a Draft Prep or full-season subscription. New customer offer; expires 4/30/2022. Subscribe today and start winning!
Run line/Against the spread
The GUARDIANS -1.5 (+135) are worth a small-unit play in this one. In its 2 wins, Cleveland also won by 3 or more runs each time. If you like Cleveland to win, you should like it on the run line, too.
Over/Under
The UNDER 8.5 (-120) is the best play on the board in this battle between the aces of these teams. Cincinnati pitching has allowed 15 total runs across 4 games so far, while Cleveland pitching has allowed 3 or fewer runs in 3 of 4 games to date.
Bet legally online with a trusted partner: Tipico Sportsbook, Sportsbook Wire’s official sportsbook partner in CO, NJ and soon IA. Bet now!
If you’re looking for more sports betting picks and tips, access all of our content at SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW. Please gamble responsibly.
Follow Kevin J. Erickson on Twitter. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter and like us on Facebook.
Gannett may earn revenue from Tipico for audience referrals to betting services. Tipico has no influence over nor are any such revenues in any way dependent on or linked to the newsrooms or news coverage. See Tipico.com for Terms and Conditions. 21+ only. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (NJ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA).
[lawrence-newsletter]
[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1372]