Location: Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati, OH
Game Overview
The Cincinnati Reds host the Miami Marlins in a matchup where the Reds are favored due to their home advantage and recent form. The Reds have Nick Lodolo on the mound, who has a better ERA than Cal Quantrill of the Marlins.
Key Factors to Consider
The Reds have a slight edge in performance, with a record of 47-46 compared to the Marlins' 42-49. The Reds' home advantage is significant.
Recent head-to-head data is not detailed, but home field advantage typically plays a role in such matchups.
No significant injury reports are mentioned for either team.
The weather could be a factor, but no specific conditions are noted.
Both teams are motivated to win, but the Reds have more at stake given their closer proximity to .500.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
CIN: -190, MIA: 160
Cincinnati Reds
★★★★☆ 78%
Spread
CIN: -1.5 (+105), MIA: +1.5 (-126)
Miami Marlins +1.5
★★★☆☆ 69%
Over/under
Over 9.5 (+100), Under 9.5 (-122)
Under 9.5
★★★☆☆ 62%
Top EV Betting Odds
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Cincinnati Reds -1%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 9.5 6%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 9.5 at 6% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 6.8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
The Reds are favored across the board, and their home advantage, combined with Lodolo's performance, gives them an edge.
The Philadelphia Phillies (51-37) host the Cincinnati Reds (46-42) in a National League matchup. The Phillies hold first place in the NL East, while the Reds are fourth in the NL Central. The Phillies have a stronger record overall and at home, but recent form shows the Reds are coming off a win with momentum, while the Phillies are on a one-game losing streak. Starting pitching features Zack Wheeler (PHI) with an 8-3 record, 2.27 ERA, and dominant 136 strikeouts, against Chase Burns (CIN), 0-1 with a high 13.50 ERA in limited innings. The game is expected to be competitive with the Phillies favored by odds.
Key Factors to Consider
Phillies have a superior overall record (51-37 vs. 46-42) and home record (23-21), but a slightly weaker recent performance (4-6 last 10 games vs. Reds 6-4). The Reds have won the last encounter 9-6 and have players like Elly De La Cruz (.563 AVG, 3 HR) performing well. Phillies rely heavily on Zack Wheeler’s elite pitching with a very low WHIP of 0.91 and strong strikeouts.
Series currently tied 1-1, indicating a balanced matchup. The last meeting was a Reds win 9-6 on July 4, 2025. The Phillies will aim to leverage home advantage to even the series.
No prominent injury reports affecting key players for either team at this time. Bryce Harper is open to positional flexibility to help the Phillies.
Game played at Citizens Bank Park, which can favor hitters but also offers a good environment for pitchers like Wheeler. Weather and other external conditions are standard with no reported disruptions.
Phillies are first in their division and motivated to maintain lead; Reds aim to improve standing and gain ground in their division. Both teams have playoff implications, increasing intensity.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Cincinnati Reds: +190, Philadelphia Phillies: -230
Philadelphia Phillies
★★★★☆ 75%
Spread
Cincinnati Reds: 1.5 -102, Philadelphia Phillies: -1.5 -118
Philadelphia Phillies -1.5
★★★☆☆ 65%
Over/under
Over: 8.5 -122, Under: 8.5 +100
Under 8.5 runs
★★★☆☆ 60%
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Philadelphia Phillies -1%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 8.5 20%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 8.5 at 20% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 20% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Given the superior pitching matchup, home advantage, and slightly better overall team performance, the Phillies are predicted to win this contest, though the Reds present a strong challenge with momentum and recent head-to-head success.
Predicted Score: Philadelphia Phillies 5 – Cincinnati Reds 3