Milwaukee Brewers vs. Cincinnati Reds 8/30/24 – The Milwaukee Brewers (77-56) are ready to host the Cincinnati Reds (64-70) for the second game of the doubleheader. In this matchup, there can be high expectations with postseason seeding at stake. This fixture will draw attention from its fans and moneymakers and is planned for Friday’s fixture at the Great American Ballpark. It is thus one of the most anticipated games because no one wants to lose. MLB free predictions suggest the Brewers would still have a slight advantage due to their better record. However, the game of baseball is known for many surprises.
Milwaukee Brewers vs. Cincinnati Reds 8/30/24 Game Info |
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| When: | Friday, August 30, 2024, at 6:40 PM ET |
| Where: | Great American Ball Park |
| TV: | – |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Milwaukee Brewers (77-56) vs. Cincinnati Reds (64-70)
Milwaukee Brewers have shown they can be durable and consistent as evidenced by their decent batting average of .253 and slugging of .404. The team as a whole includes the pitchers who as a unit have an average of 3.67 ERA which has contributed significantly in earning important wins for the team. However, the more interesting statistic that you should look at is the on base percentage which is at .332. The Pirates-Guardians game today may resemble the affair in Milwaukee as pitchers dominate and the batters deliver at the right time.
But in contrast, this season has been poor for the Cincinnati Reds as they have not got into a winning or winning streak as shown by their low Batting average of .232 and an ERA of 4.13. Since they also hit more than the Brewers, 156 home runs compared to the Brewers, their on-base percentage is only .306, which would mean that they do not create enough opportunities most of the time. Just like today’s Oakland Athletics vs Texas Rangers game, Reds have had very good moments and game but have not been able to string those moments together long enough to prove competitive in the division.
DL Hall (0-1, 6.43 ERA) vs. Rhett Lowder (0-0, 0.00)
It has been nothing but a disaster for DL Hall of the Brewers in the current season, looking at his 6.43 ERA and WHIP of 2.1 after pitching 21 innings. However, despite those numbers, Hall was able to help himself and manage to gain 22 strikeouts, revealing some facets of talent that could turn the tide in his favor in this game. His knack for striking out batters will be put to the ultimate test after all, to triage a Reds offense that is full of power threats but has many holes in it.
On the other side, Rhett Lowder is set to make a significant debut for the Reds. Despite being a newcomer, his minor league statistics are promising, with a 3.64 ERA and a 1.15 WHIP over 108.2 innings, showcasing his ability to manage games effectively. Lowder’s performance tonight will be pivotal, as his minor league success suggests potential to stabilize the Reds’ rotation and bring fresh energy to the mound.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Milwaukee Brewers +1.5 -189, Total Odds: 10
The odds favor the Brewers to cover the spread, indicating confidence in their ability to keep the game competitive, if not win outright. The total set at 10 with slight favoritism towards the over reflects expectations of a high-scoring affair, likely influenced by both teams’ power-hitting capabilities and the vulnerabilities of the starting pitchers.
Milwaukee Brewers Betting Trends
Brewers are doing quite well, having won 10 out of their last 14 games straight up. Besides, they have been doing well on the road games with their last 12 away games having an over 8-4 record. Their overall record against the Reds in recent times is also good, especially in Cincinnati where the Brewers have not lost in their last six encounters, winning five. This gives them psychological advantage knowing that they can perform well when the situation demands.
Cincinnati Reds Betting Trends
Cincinnati’s last games played will not be their record, having 2 wins against 5 defeats. The concern regarding the results though has been evident at their home games where they have succumbed to the Brewers in 5 out of their last 6 matches at Great American Ball Park. The pattern established whereby games go under the total number posted when playing Milwaukee may play a role in the gambling approach regarding Lowder’s projection being questionable.
Milwaukee Brewers vs. Cincinnati Reds 8/30/24 Betting Picks
Considering the performances of the Brewers in this game and the fact that the Reds have a rookie on the mound, then it would be advisable to place your money on Milwaukee to cover the spread. There is also a real possibility of a high-scoring game that makes the over a very attractive bet, especially with the attacks in the field.
The prop and total score like this seems would go over considering how both starting pitchers and the teams can swing for the fences. Multi-handicapping insights would suggest that the Reds’ pitching can bring an upset but for the most part, the betting lines tend to side with the Brewers’ stability.