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Cincinnati Reds at Texas Rangers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Cincinnati Reds at Texas Rangers odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Cincinnati Reds (14-12) and Texas Rangers (14-13) play Game 2 of their 3-game series Saturday. First pitch from Globe Life Field is slated for 4:05 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Reds vs. Rangers odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Rangers lead 1-0

Texas took Friday’s opener 2-1 as 2B Marcus Semien’s solo homer with 1 out in the bottom of the 8th broke a 1-all tie.

The Reds received RHP Graham Ashcraft’s best pitching performance of the season (6 1/3 IP, 1 ER, 0 BB, 3 K), but it wasn’t enough. Cincinnati was shut down offensively by the Rangers as its lone run came on a SS Elly De La Cruz steal of home in the 1st inning. That’s the only run the Reds produced in their last 18 innings.

The win moved Texas to 2-2 on its current 9-game homestand. RHP Nathan Eovaldi was brilliant in a no-decision Friday, allowing 1 earned run on 3 hits and 5 walks over 6 innings with 8 K’s. The Rangers’ 2 runs came off of solo homers from Semien and LF Evan Carter (2nd inning).

Texas is 7-7 are Globe Life Field this season, while Cincinnati is 5-5 on the road.

Reds at Rangers projected starters

RHP Hunter Greene vs. RHP Michael Lorenzen

Greene (0-2, 4.55 ERA) makes his 6th start. He has a 1.30 WHIP, 3.6 BB/9 and 11.7 K/9 in 27 2/3 innings.

  • Last start: Loss, 7 IP, 4 ER, 7 H, 2 BB, 6 K in 7-0 home defeat vs. Philadelphia Phillies Monday
  • Never faced Rangers before

Lorenzen (2-0, 2.45 ERA) makes his 3rd start. He has a 1.27 WHIP, 6.5 BB/9 and 9 K/9 in 11 innings.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 3 ER, 3 H, 3 BB, 7 K in 6-4 win at Atlanta Braves Sunday
  • Never faced Reds before
  • Pitched for Cincinnati first 7 years of career (2015-21)

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Reds at Rangers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:07 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Reds +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Rangers -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Reds +1.5 (-190) | Rangers -1.5 (+155)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Reds at Rangers picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 5, Reds 2

Moneyline.

BET RANGERS (-125).

The run line is tempting with the +155 odds, but I’d rather take the safer bet with the moneyline.

Greene is a freak on the mound, but you never know what type of performance you’ll get out of him. He’s allowed 4, 1, 6 and 1 earned runs over his last 4 starts.

The Rangers are feasting on right-handed pitching this season, batting .257 as a team and 23 of their 26 home runs have been against righties. Texas was 50-31 at home last season. This start to the season is not indicative of how well they play at Globe Life.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

I’ll keep my wager to the moneyline for this ballgame.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 9 (-115).

The Reds have produced just 1 run in their last 18 innings, and they face another righty on Saturday afternoon. Cincinnati has only a .218 average against right handers so far this season. Don’t expect the Reds to help much in getting the total to 9. It will be all on the Rangers.

The Rangers will get to Greene, but he won’t get shelled. Only one time in his last 6 starts has he allowed more than 4 runs.

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Cincinnati Reds at Detroit Tigers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Cincinnati Reds at Detroit Tigers odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Cincinnati Reds (75-71) play the 2nd game of a 3-game series against the Detroit Tigers (66-78) on Wednesday at Comerica Park. First pitch is scheduled for 6:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Reds vs. Tigers odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Reds lead 1-0

C Tyler Stephenson lifted the Reds over the Tigers Tuesday by notching an RBI single in the 10th inning to secure a 6-5 victory. Cincinnati is 6-4 in its last 10 games and is only 1 game behind the Arizona Diamondbacks for the 3rd Wild Card spot in the NL.

The Tigers fell short Tuesday despite multi-hit performances from 2B Andy Ibanez, C Jake Rogers and OF Kerry Carpenter. Even though Detroit is 12 games under .500, it is still only 9 1/2 games back of the Minnesota Twins for 1st place in the AL Central.

Reds at Tigers projected starters

RHP Connor Phillips vs. LHP Eduardo Rodriguez

Phillips (0-0, 9.64 ERA) makes his 2nd start. He has a 1.71 WHIP, 3.9 BB/9 and 13.5 K/9 through 4 2/3 IP.

  • Last start: No-decision, 4 2/3 IP, 5 ER, 6 H, 2 BB, 7 K in 7-6 home win vs. Seattle Mariners Sept. 5
  • First career road start
  • First career start vs. the Tigers

Rodriguez (11-7, 3.18 ERA) makes his 23rd start. He has a 1.13 WHIP, 2.6 BB/9 and 8.8 K/9 through 130 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 3 ER, 4 H, 4 BB, 4 K in 10-3 road win vs. New York Yankees Thursday
  • 2023 home stats: 4-3, 3.23 ERA (53 IP, 19 ER) in 9 starts
  • Career vs. Reds: 1-0, 0.00 ERA (7 2/3 IP, 0 ER) in 1 start

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Reds at Tigers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:57 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Reds +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Tigers -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Reds +1.5 (-160) | Tigers -1.5 (+135)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Reds at Tigers picks and predictions

Prediction

Tigers 4, Reds 3

Moneyline

I’ll side with the TIGERS (-150) with Rodriguez on the mound in Wednesday’s matchup. Rodriguez has been credited with a win in 3 of his last 5 starts, and Phillips is making his 1st career road start.

Run line/Against the spread

REDS +1.5 (-160) is the play in this game as Cincinnati is gearing up for a postseason run. The Reds have either won or kept the game within a run in 7 of their last 10 contests.

Over/Under

UNDER 8 (+100) has solid value with Rodriguez getting the start for the Tigers at home. The Tigers are 7-3 to the Under in their last 10 games.

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Seattle Mariners at Cincinnati Reds odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Seattle Mariners at Cincinnati Reds odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Seattle Mariners (77-61) wrap-up a 3-game series against the Cincinnati Reds (73-68) on Wednesday at Great American Ball Park. First pitch is scheduled for 6:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Mariners vs. Reds odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Reds lead 2-0

The Mariners lost 7-6 to the Reds on Tuesday despite OF Julio Rodriguez hitting 2 home runs. Seattle has lost 3 games in a row and is now 1 game behind the Houston Astros for 1st place in the AL West and holds the 2nd AL Wild Card.

Reds 1B Christian Encarnacion-Strand, 3B Noelvi Marte, and OF Nick Martini all hit homers in Tuesday’s victory. Cincinnati is 4-1 in its last 5 contests and is 5 1/2 games behind the Milwaukee Brewers atop the NL Central and in the final NL Wild Card.

Mariners at Reds projected starters

RHP Logan Gilbert vs. RHP Lyon Richardson

Gilbert (12-5, 3.56 ERA) makes his 28th start. He has a 1.05 WHIP, 1.6 BB/9 and 9.0 K/9 through 161 2/3 IP.

  • Last start: No-decision, 6 2/3 IP, 1 ER, 7 H, 0 BB, 9 K in 2-1 road loss vs. New York Mets Friday
  • 2023 road stats: 8-1, 3.31 ERA (89 2/3 IP, 33 ER) in 15 starts
  • First career start vs. Reds

Richardson (0-1, 6.75 ERA) makes his 4th start. He has a 1.75 WHIP, 8.3 BB/9 and 6.8 K/9 through 12 IP.

  • Last start: No-decision, 4 2/3 IP, 2 ER, 2 H, 5 BB, 4 K in 3-2 home win vs. Chicago Cubs Friday
  • 2023 home stats: 0-1, 7.04 ERA (7 2/3 IP, 6 ER) in 2 starts.
  • First career start vs. Mariners

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Mariners at Reds odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Mariners -165 (bet $165 to win $100) | Reds +140 (bet $100 to win $140)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Mariners -1.5 (-110) | Reds +1.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Mariners at Reds picks and predictions

Prediction

Mariners 6, Reds 3

Moneyline

Even though the Mariners (-165) should avoid getting swept by the Reds on Wednesday, I’ll PASS on their moneyline at the current odds after losing the first 2 games of the series.

Run line/Against the spread

MARINERS -1.5 (-110) is a solid pick in this matchup with Gilbert starting for Seattle and Richardson starting for Cincinnati. The Mariners have posted the 3rd-best ISO (.213), the 3rd-best wOBA (.358), and the 2nd-best wRC+ (136) against right-handed pitching since the beginning of August.

Over/Under

UNDER 9.5 (-105) is how I’d wager on the total despite this game taking place at Great American Ball Park. Gilbert has given up 2 earned runs or fewer in 3 straight starts.

The Mariners are 4-5-1 to the Over in their last 10 games overall, while the Reds are 2-8 to the Over in their last 10.

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Chicago Cubs at Cincinnati Reds odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Chicago Cubs at Cincinnati Reds odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago Cubs (72-63) will play the 3rd game of a 4-game series against the Cincinnati Reds (70-67) Saturday at Great American Ball Park. First pitch is scheduled for 6:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Cubs vs. Reds odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Reds lead 6-5

On Friday, the Cubs split a doubleheader against the Reds, winning the 1st game 6-2 and losing the 2nd contest 3-2. Chicago has tallied a 7-3 record in its last 10 games, putting it only 3 1/2 games behind the Milwaukee Brewers for 1st place in the NL Central.

In Friday’s 2nd game against the Cubs, OF Jake Fraley made his 1st start since Aug. 3, and he registered 3 hits in his return to help the Reds secure the win. Cincinnati is 4-6 in its last 10 contests and is 3 games behind Chicago for 2nd place in the NL Central.

Cubs at Reds projected starters

RHP Javier Assad vs. LHP Andrew Abbott

Assad (3-2, 2.96 ERA) makes his 7th start. He has a 1.20 WHIP, 3.6 BB/9 and 6.8 K/9 through 79 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 7 IP, 1 ER, 3 H, 2 BB, 7 K in a 10-1 road victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates Sunday
  • Road stats: 3-0, 2.16 ERA (33 1/3 IP, 8 ER) in 3 starts and 6 relief appearances.
  • Career vs. Reds: 0-1, 3.00 ERA (18 IP, 6 ER) in 2 starts and 2 relief appearances.

Abbott (8-4, 3.35 ERA) makes his 17th start. He has a 1.22 WHIP, 3.5 BB/9 and 10.0 K/9 through 88 2/3 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 3 1/3 IP, 3 ER, 5 H, 3 BB, 6 K in a 4-1 road defeat to the San Francisco Giants Monday
  • Home stats: 3-2, 2.84 ERA (44 1/3 IP, 14 ER) in 7 starts.
  • Career vs. Cubs: 0-0, 10.80 ERA (3 1/3 IP, 4 ER) in 1 start.

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Cubs at Reds odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:30 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Cubs -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Reds -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Cubs -1.5 (+140) | Reds +1.5 (-165)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Cubs at Reds picks and predictions

Prediction

Cubs 5, Reds 4

Moneyline

Following the doubleheader Friday, I’ll back the CUBS (-115) on the road in Saturday’s matchup. Assad has been a formidable starter since joining Chicago’s rotation, and Abbott has given up 3 runs or more in 3 of his last 5 starts for Cincinnati.

Run line/Against the spread

While the Reds should stay within striking distance against the Cubs, go ahead and PASS on the run line in this divisional showdown. Taking Cincinnati to keep the game within a run isn’t worth the risk at -165 odds.

Over/Under

UNDER 9.5 (-110) is the lean in this game despite Great American Ball Park being a hitter-friendly venue. The Cubs are 6-4 to the Under in their last 10 games overall, while the Reds are 7-3 to the Under in their last 10.

Also, the Under has been achieved in 3 consecutive meetings, and 2 of those meetings took place in Cincinnati.

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Miami Marlins at Cincinnati Reds odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Miami Marlins at Cincinnati Reds odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Miami Marlins (58-55) open a 3-game series against the Cincinnati Reds (59-55) on Monday at Great American Ball Park. First pitch is scheduled for 6:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Marlins vs. Reds odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Reds lead 2-1

The Marlins were shut out 6-0 by the Texas Rangers on Sunday to extend their losing skid to 4 games. Miami is now 14 games behind the 1st place Atlanta Braves in the NL East due to its recent woes.

The Reds lost 6-3 to the Washington Nationals, handing them their 6th consecutive defeat. Cincinnati is 1 1/2 games back of the Milwaukee Brewers in the race for the NL Central crown.

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Marlins at Reds projected starters

RHP Eury Perez vs. LHP Brandon Williamson

Perez (5-3, 2.36 ERA) makes his 12th start. He has a 1.09 WHIP, 2.9 BB/9 and 10.3 K/9 through 53 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 6 IP, 1 ER, 3 H, 2 BB, 7 K in a 3-0 home loss to St. Louis Cardinals on July 6
  • 2023 road stats: 2-2, 4.35 ERA (20 2/3 IP, 10 ER) over 5 starts
  • 2023 vs. Reds: No-decision, 4 2/3 IP, 2 ER, 4 H, 2 BB, 7 K in a 7-4 loss on May 12 in MLB debut

Williamson (3-2, 4.85 ERA) makes his 15th start. He has a 1.34 WHIP, 3.8 BB/9 and 7.2 K/9 through 68 2/3 IP.

  • Last start: No-decision, 4 1/3 IP, 5 ER, 4 H, 2 BB, 7 K in a 16-6 road loss vs. Chicago Cubs Wednesday
  • 2023 home stats: 1-1, 4.42 ERA (38 2/3 IP, 19 ER) in 7 starts
  • First career start vs. Marlins

Marlins at Reds odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Marlins -135 (bet $135 to win $100) | Reds +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Marlins -1.5 (+120) | Reds +1.5 (-145)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 10.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Marlins at Reds picks and predictions

Prediction

Marlins 5, Reds 3

Moneyline

Both teams have sputtered since the All-Star break, but I’ll back the MARLINS (-135) on the road with Perez returning to Miami’s rotation on Monday.

Run line/Against the spread

The MARLINS -1.5 (+120) are a decent value as they should have success against Williamson. The Marlins are tied for the 4th-best wOBA (.356) and own the 5th-best wRC+ (126) against left-handed pitching since the start of July.

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Over/Under

This game takes place at a hitter-friendly venue, but I’ll go with the UNDER 10.5 (-110) in this contest. Both of these teams are 6-4 to the Under in their last 10 games overall.

The Marlins are also 10-5 to the Under in their last 15 games, while the Reds are 18-6 to the Under in their last 24.

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Cincinnati Reds at Chicago Cubs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Cincinnati Reds at Chicago Cubs odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Cincinnati Reds (59-51) wrap up a 4-game series against the Chicago Cubs (55-53) on Thursday at Wrigley Field. First pitch is scheduled for 8:05 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Reds vs. Cubs odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Reds lead 5-3

The Reds lost 16-6 to the Cubs Wednesday despite 1B Joey Votto hitting 2 home runs. Cincinnati has been outscored 41-21 in the first 3 games of the series and 36-15 over its last 2 games but remains half a game ahead of the Milwaukee Brewers for 1st place in the NL Central.

The Cubs got home runs from DH Christopher Morel, SS Dansby Swanson, and OF Ian Happ (2), while 3B Jeimer Candelario went a perfect 4-for-4 in Wednesday’s victory. Chicago has won 10 of its last 12 games and is only 3 games back of Cincinnati in the crowded division.

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Reds at Cubs projected starters

RHP Luke Weaver vs. RHP Jameson Taillon

Weaver (2-3, 6.80 ERA) makes his 19th start. He has a 1.61 WHIP, 2.9 BB/9 and 7.0 K/9 through 86 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 6 IP, 1 ER, 2 H, 2 BB, 2 K in 3-2 road defeat vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Saturday
  • 2023 road stats: 1-3, 5.76 ERA (50 IP, 32 ER) over 10 starts
  • Career vs. Cubs: 1-3, 8.59 ERA (29 1/3 IP, 28 ER) across 7 starts

Taillon (5-6, 5.46 ERA) makes his 19th start. He has a 1.37 WHIP, 2.8 BB/9 and 7.8 K/9 through 89 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 1 ER, 2 H, 4 BB, 4 K in 5-1 road win vs. St. Louis Cardinals Saturday
  • 2023 home stats: 2-4, 6.43 ERA (49 IP, 35 ER) in 10 starts
  • Career vs. Reds: 4-5, 4.64 ERA (77 2/3 IP, 40 ER) over 14 starts

Reds at Cubs odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Reds +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Cubs -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Reds +1.5 (-140) | Cubs -1.5 (+115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 10 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Reds at Cubs picks and predictions

Prediction

Cubs 7, Reds 5

Moneyline

After outscoring the Reds 36-15 in the last 2 games, I’ll take the CUBS (-160) at home in Thursday’s series finale. I wouldn’t wager on Chicago to win at anything steeper than -160, though.

Run line/Against the spread

CUBS -1.5 (+115) is how I’d bet on the run line with how their bats have performed in this series. Taillon has also pitched better since the All-Star break than Weaver, allowing 5 total earned runs over his last 3 starts.

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Over/Under

Even with Taillon’s recent stretch of success, OVER 10 (-115) is the play in this contest. There have been at least 11 runs scored in each game and 62 total runs scored in the first 3 games of this series.

The Over is also 9-1 in the last 10 meetings between these division rivals.

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Cincinnati Reds at Chicago Cubs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Cincinnati Reds at Chicago Cubs odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Cincinnati Reds (59-49) play the 2nd game of a 4-game series against the Chicago Cubs (53-53) on Tuesday at Wrigley Field. First pitch is scheduled for 8:05 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Reds vs. Cubs odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Reds lead 5-1

The Reds squeaked out a 6-5 win over the Cubs in the series opener Monday as OF Will Benson connected for a double and a triple. Cincinnati is 7-3 in its last 10 games and 1 1/2 games ahead of the Milwaukee Brewers atop the NL Central.

Cubs SS Dansby Swanson hit his 13th homer of the season and C Yan Gomes supplied 3 hits in Monday’s loss. Following an 8-game win streak, Chicago has lost its last 2 games and is now 5 games back of Cincinnati in the division.

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Reds at Cubs projected starters

RHP Ben Lively vs. LHP Justin Steele

Lively (4-6, 3.76 ERA) makes his 12th start. He has a 1.21 WHIP, 2.3 BB/9 and 8.3 K/9 through 67 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 6 2/3 IP, 2 ER, 8 H, 0 BB, 3 K in 3-0 road defeat to the Brewers Wednesday
  • Road stats: 2-4. 3.58 ERA (32 2/3 IP, 13 ER) in 5 starts and 1 relief appearance
  • Career vs. Cubs: 0-1, 10.80 ERA (5 IP, 6 ER) in 1 start on Aug. 26, 2017

Steele (11-3, 2.87 ERA) makes his 20th start. He has a 1.12 WHIP, 2.0 BB/9 and 8.2 K/9 through 109 2/3 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 1 ER, 5 H, 3 BB, 4 K in 10-3 road win against the St. Louis Cardinals Thursday
  • Home stats: 7-2, 2.97 ERA (60 2/3 IP, 20 ER) in 11 starts
  • Career vs. Reds: 1-3, 8.34 ERA (22 2/3 IP, 21 ER) in 5 starts and 2 relief appearances

Reds at Cubs odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Reds +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Cubs -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Reds +1.5 (-145) | Cubs -1.5 (+120)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Reds at Cubs picks and predictions

Prediction

Cubs 5, Reds 4

Moneyline

Considering the pitchers that are taking the mound on Tuesday, I’ll side with the CUBS (-160) and Steele at home. Steele has struggled against the Reds in his career, but he’s been one of the best pitchers in baseball this season.

Run line/Against the spread

REDS +1.5 (-145) is the choice for the spread as Cincinnati should keep this game close. Steele has shown he’s susceptible to giving up runs in recent starts and Cincinnati has won 5 of the first 6 meetings between these clubs this season.

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Over/Under

OVER 8.5 (-105) is how I’d bet on the run total in this divisional showdown even with Steele having a strong campaign. The Over is 8-2 in the last 10 meetings overall.

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Cincinnati Reds at Los Angeles Dodgers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Cincinnati Reds at Los Angeles Dodgers odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Cincinnati Reds (56-48) begin a 3-game series on Friday against the Los Angeles Dodgers (58-43) at Dodger Stadium. First pitch is scheduled for 10:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Reds vs. Dodgers odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Reds lead 2-1

The Reds were blanked by the Milwaukee Brewers 3-0 on Wednesday. Cincinnati has won 6 of its last 8 contests and is only 1 1/2 games behind Milwaukee for 1st place in the NL Central.

The Dodgers lost 8-1 to the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday. Los Angeles has gone 1-3 in its last 4 games, but remains 3 games ahead of the San Francisco Giants atop the NL West.

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Reds at Dodgers projected starters

LHP Brandon Williamson vs. RHP Bobby Miller

Williamson (2-2, 4.60 ERA) makes his 13th start. He has a 1.26 WHIP, 3.5 BB/9 and 7.1 K/9 in 58 2/3 innings.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 1 ER, 3 H, 1 BB, 5 K in a 4-2 home win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday
  • 2023 road stats: 1-1 in 5 starrts with a 4.95 ERA, 1.40 WHIP, and 7.2 K/9 in 20 IP
  • 2023 vs. Dodgers: 0-0, 9.53 ERA (5 2/3 IP, 6 ER) in 1 start.

Miller (6-1, 4.28 ERA) makes his 11th start. He has a 1.19 WHIP, 2.6 BB/9 and 8.7 K/9 in 54 2/3 innings.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 3 ER, 7 H, 0 BB, 6 K in a 16-3 victory over the Texas Rangers on Saturday.
  • 2023 home stats: 2-1 in 5 starts with a 5.93 ERA, 1.35 WHIP, and 8.6 K/9 in 27 1/3 IP
  • Has never faced Reds before

Reds at Dodgers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:23 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Reds +185 (bet $100 to win $185) | Dodgers -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Reds +1.5 (+100) | Dodgers -1.5 (-120)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Reds at Dodgers picks and predictions

Prediction

Dodgers 6, Reds 4

Moneyline

While the Dodgers should come away with the win on Friday, I’ll AVOID their moneyline at the current odds (-225).

Run line/Against the spread

DODGERS -1.5 (-120) is how I’d wager on the spread with Los Angeles having plenty of success against Williamson earlier this season. Miller has been solid as a starter and the Reds have somewhat cooled off in recent games.

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Over/Under

OVER 9.5 (-105) has decent value with Williamson getting the nod for the Reds. Williamson is surrendering a 10.3% barrel rate and the Dodgers have 5 players in their projected lineup that possess a barrel rate of 12.4% or better.

The Over is 7-3 in the last 10 meetings overall, and the Dodgers are 7-2-1 to the Over in their last 10 contests.

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Cincinnati Reds at Baltimore Orioles odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Cincinnati Reds at Baltimore Orioles odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Cincinnati Reds (41-37) open a 3-game series against the Baltimore Orioles (47-29) on Monday. First pitch from Oriole Park at Camden Yards is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Reds vs. Orioles odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; the Reds went 2-1 against the Orioles in 2022

The Reds suffered a 2nd straight loss when they were defeated 7-6 by the Atlanta Braves Sunday. Cincinnati won 12 games in a row before losing Saturday and Sunday and has a 1/2 game lead over the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central.

The Orioles beat the Seattle Mariners 3-2 Sunday to give them 2 consecutive victories. Baltimore is 5-5 in its last 10 contests and is 4 1/2 games behind the Tampa Bay Rays in the AL East.

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Reds at Orioles projected starters

LHP Brandon Williamson vs. LHP Cole Irvin

Williamson (1-0, 5.40 ERA) makes his 8th start. He has a 1.39 WHIP, 3.2 BB/9 and 6.6 K/9 through 36 2/3 IP.

  • Has allowed 3 or more ER in 5 of his first 7 outings
  • The Reds are 6-1 in his starts

Irvin (1-3, 7.71 ERA) makes his 6th start and 8th appearance. He has a 1.76 WHIP, 3.9 BB/9 and 9.3 K/9 through 23 1/3 IP.

  • Has given up 3 ER or more in 4 of his first 5 starts
  • Hasn’t pitched more than 5 1/3 innings in any outing

Reds at Orioles odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:40 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Reds +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Orioles -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Reds +1.5 (-165) | Orioles -1.5 (+135)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Reds at Orioles picks and predictions

Prediction

Reds 6, Orioles 5

Moneyline

Take the red-hot REDS (+110) Monday despite that the Orioles are 24-14 at home and are one of the best teams in baseball. Since the start of May, Cincinnati has the 5th-best ISO (.188), the 6th-best wOBA (.347), and is tied for the 8th-best wRC+ (111) against left-handed pitching.

Run line/Against the spread

REDS +1.5 (-165) is the play for the run line if you aren’t comfortable taking the moneyline and want a run of insurance. Cincinnati has gone 14 straight games where it has either won or lost by 1 run.

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Over/Under

OVER 9.5 (-110) is how I’d wager on the run total with struggling southpaws taking the mound for both teams. While they’ve been slightly worse against lefties recently, the Orioles still boast the 11th-best ISO (.167), are tied for the 10th-best wOBA (.331) and are tied for the 7th-best wRC+ (112) against left-handed pitching this season.

The Reds are 7-3 to the Over in their last 10 games overall, while the Orioles are 5-1 to the Over in their last 6 games overall.

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Colorado Rockies at Cincinnati Reds odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Colorado Rockies at Cincinnati Reds odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Colorado Rockies (29-45) open a 3-game series against the Cincinnati Reds (37-35) on Monday at Great American Ball Park. First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Rockies vs. Reds odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Rockies lead 2-1

The Rockies lost 14-6 to the Atlanta Braves on Sunday despite jumping out to a 5-0 lead by the middle of the 2nd inning. Colorado has lost 5 straight games and remains in last place in the NL West.

The Reds secured a 9-7 win over the Houston Astros Sunday with Cincinnati scoring 3 runs in the top of the 10th inning. The Reds are on an 8-game win streak and are only half a game back of the Milwaukee Brewers atop the NL Central.

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Rockies at Reds projected starters

LHP Austin Gomber vs. LHP Brandon Williamson

Gomber (4-6, 7.29 ERA) makes his 15th start. He has a 1.70 WHIP, 3.8 BB/9 and 5.9 K/9 through 66 2/3 IP.

  • Has given up 3 ER or more in 10 of his first 14 outings
  • May 17 vs. Reds: No-decision, 4 1/3 IP, 5 ER, 8 H, 2 BB, 1 K

Williamson (1-0, 5.40 ERA) makes his 7th start. He has a 1.42 WHIP, 3.7 BB/9 and 6.3 K/9 through 31 2/3 IP.

  • The Reds are 5-1 in his first 6 starts
  • May 16 at Rockies: No-decision, 5 2/3 IP, 1 ER, 2 H, 2 BB, 6 K

Rockies at Reds odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Rockies +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Reds -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rockies +1.5 (-135) | Reds -1.5 (+110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 10 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Rockies at Reds picks and predictions

Prediction

Reds 7, Rockies 4

Moneyline

The Reds have been rolling recently, winning 8 consecutive games and all of them on the road. Cincinnati returns home for Monday’s contest and Colorado is a dismal 13-26 on the road this season.

The Rockies are also 1-7 in the last 8 road meetings against the Reds.

BET REDS (-165).

Run line/Against the spread

REDS -1.5 (+110) is a fantastic value with how these teams have been playing in recent weeks. Williamson has had success against the Rockies this season and the Reds should have no problem producing runs on Gomber.

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Over/Under

BET OVER 10 (-115).

Great American Ball Park is a hitter-friendly venue and the Reds are tied for the 9th-best ISO (.174) against left-handed pitching since the beginning of May.

The Over is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings between these teams and 11-4-1 in their last 16 meetings in Cincinnati.

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