Cincinnati Reds vs. Milwaukee Brewers 8/9/24 – The Cincinnati Reds (56-59) will take on the Milwaukee Brewers (65-49) this Friday as the Major League Baseball season heats up. The game will be held at American Family Field, home to the stronger team, where it is crucial for each side as they push towards playoffs. Today’s game is important for both squads because it serves a double purpose of showcasing talent and marking a milestone for those who keep track of the best multi-handicapper picks.
Cincinnati Reds vs. Milwaukee Brewers 8/9/24 Game Info |
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| When: | Friday, August 9, 2024, at 8:10 PM ET |
| Where: | American Family Field |
| TV: | ATV+ |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Cincinnati Reds (56-59) vs. Milwaukee Brewers (65-49)
With a less impressive .230 batting average and a slugging percentage of merely .400, the Reds come into this match with the Brewers. However, their ability to score runs should not be underestimated as they have put up 507 runs this season. This proves that they manage to get players on base but fail to bring them home because their on-base percentage is .304. This is crucial considering today’s encounter, notably reminiscent of the Braves-Rockies game dynamics, where on-base scenarios could pivotally influence game outcomes.
On the opposite side, the Brewers are positioned in such a way that they can take advantage of their offensive opportunities due to their better .403 slugging and a stronger .257 batting average. Their on-base percentage at .333 further indicates that they not only get players on base more frequently than the Reds but also excel in driving them in as signified by their 542 runs scored. Today’s game could mirror strategies seen in the Phillies vs. Diamondbacks MLB game, focusing on exploiting the pitcher’s weaknesses and tactical baserunning.
Carson Spiers (4-3, 3.59 ERA) vs. Aaron Civale (2-8, 5.14 ERA)
A reliable 3.59 ERA and 1.16 WHIP in 57.2 innings pitched this season is what separates Carson Spiers, starting for the Reds. A pitcher like Spiers who can limit walks (only 11), will be a right fit to face teams like Milwaukee that rely on capitalizing pitchers’ mistakes for victories. His strikeouts efficiency (50 Ks) need to be better than average to keep the Brewers batsmen guessing, hence he will have to play smartly if he is to be successful.
On the other hand, Aaron Civale has had a trying time with the brewers this year as reflected by his 5.14 ERA and 1.41 WHIP through his first 112 innings of work. This could become an important issue given Civale’s proclivity towards allowing base hits (121 hits allowed) or home runs (22 HRs). With respect to Civale, high strikeout rates (108 Ks) connote the potential for reestablishing control but maintaining consistency is vital today night
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Milwaukee Brewers -1.5 +165, Total Odds: 8
The betting odds favor the Brewers slightly in what is anticipated to be a closely contested matchup. The over/under is set at 8, indicating expectations of moderate scoring influenced by the pitchers’ duel and recent offensive trends.
Cincinnati Reds Betting Trends
The Reds have seen the total go OVER in their last 6 games, an indicator of their recent high-scoring games despite their overall struggles. They are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games but have struggled against the Brewers, going 1-4 SU in their last 5 matchups. This trend suggests that while the Reds can score, maintaining consistency against stronger teams remains a challenge.
Milwaukee Brewers Betting Trends
The Brewers mirror the Reds with the total going OVER in 6 of their last 7 games. However, they’ve been stronger overall, maintaining a 4-2 SU in their last 6 games. Their ability to perform well both at home and against the Reds historically provides them a slight edge in today’s contest.
Cincinnati Reds vs. Milwaukee Brewers 8/9/24 Betting Picks
There is a chance that the Brewers may be a safer bet, given their current form and historical data. This is due to Cincinnati being poor away from home against Milwaukee. The pitching matchup would slightly favor the Reds if Spiers delivers as per his potential. Nevertheless, Milwaukee’s batting ability on the whole may just swing things in their favor.
As concerns prop bets and over/under, the OVER might be safer to play with both teams’ recent track record of high scoring games. Also, for those who want to get top baseball tips, watching the match proceed and placing live bets on inning-by-inning performance could also be useful given how unpredictable both starting pitchers can get.