With the MLB season progressing, it’s time to watch the game between the Atlanta Braves (82-70) and the Cincinnati Reds (74-79) in a midweek game that looks like it will feature a high degree of excitement and competitive action. Two clubs from different divisions try to reposition themselves within the late-season standings today. This is one of the top premium picks of the day because of the interesting circumstances surrounding the game and because the two teams are at opposite ends of the current season.
Atlanta Braves vs. Cincinnati Reds 9/19/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Thursday, September 19, 2024, at 1:10 PM ET |
| Where: | Great American Ball Park |
| Watch: | BSSO, BSOH, MLB.TV |
| Braves odds: | -205 |
| Reds odds: | +170 |
| Total Line: | 8.5 |
Atlanta Braves (82-70) vs. Cincinnati Reds (74-79)
The current standing of the Atlanta Braves is 82-70 and the aim now is to maintain that standing by winning all the regular season games left. However, the recent form of the team has not been good. This was made evident by how they fared in their past five matches. The night read, “The Atlanta Braves beat the Cincinnati Reds 7-1 on September 18 after losing to the Reds 5-6 the previous day.” However, there was one close encounter as the Braves lost to the LA Dodgers 0-9 and 2-9. However, they were fortunate to claim a commanding 10-1 victory on September 14.
| Atlanta Braves Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 18, 2024 | CIN | 7-1 | W |
| Sep 17, 2024 | CIN | 5-6 | L |
| Sep 16, 2024 | LAD | 0-9 | L |
| Sep 15, 2024 | LAD | 2-9 | L |
| Sep 14, 2024 | LAD | 10-1 | W |
In contrast, the Cincinnati Reds, with a record of 74-79, are not the same team that the critics bashed; they have fought valiantly and with pride, particularly in their backyard. Off recent win over Atlanta, however, the Reds lost their next match 1-7. Their previous matches in the current month against Minnesota were quite the ‘reviver’. After a heavy loss from the planning table 2-9, they had a great answer – 11-1 and also 8-4.
| Cincinnati Reds Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 18, 2024 | ATL | 1-7 | L |
| Sep 17, 2024 | ATL | 6-5 | W |
| Sep 15, 2024 | MIN | 2-9 | L |
| Sep 14, 2024 | MIN | 11-1 | W |
| Sep 13, 2024 | MIN | 8-4 | W |
Chris Sale (17-3, 2.35 ERA) vs. Julian Aguiar (2-0, 4.88 ERA)
Chris Sale, Atlanta’s number-one pitcher who boasts of a 17-3 win-loss record and an impressive 2.35 earned run average, remains a mainstay in the team’s rotation. Sale’s whip of 1.00, along with 219 strikeouts in 172.2 innings pitched, shows just how hard he strikes out hitters. Additionally, his ability to keep the ball in the ballpark (only allowing 8 home runs) and work deep into games will be important vs Cincinnati. He could be what the Braves need in order to neutralize the Reds, who seem to have found their groove at home.
On the other hand, less experienced Cincinnati starter Julian Aguiar with a 2-0 record and a 4.88 ERA, has daunting odds ahead of him. Although Aguiar is off to a decent start in his career, his limited inning counts (27.2) and elevated ERAs have brought to light some flaws that the Atlanta hitters will surely take advantage of. Perform well against a team where the expectation of such a level is needed or sinks even more towards inability through successive exposure where this and more growth[,] has been wanted about.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Atlanta Braves -205, Total Odds: 8.5
Betting lines take a considerable bias towards the Boston Red Sox, considering how well sales have pitched and how the team has performed until recently. The total set at 8.5, along with a slight bias toward over, indicates that they anticipate some fireworks from both teams as per their recent run rate in matches.
Atlanta Braves Betting Trends
It could be said that there is a bit of a mixed bag when it comes to Atlanta betting trends. Even though the total count has, more often than not, gone OVER during their games, implying they are high-scoring, one cannot say the same about their head-to-head record with Cincinnati and their Thursday match-up. To make their regular season forecast more challenging, their deficits against National League Central teams as well as in away matches, need to be considered.
Cincinnati Reds Betting Trends
The scoring pattern at home also brings about a lot of chances of OVER in the total lines. National League East teams, although struggle against Atlanta, they have a good home record that balances out the betting odds and makes them a worthwhile underdog bet in Cincinnati.
Atlanta Braves vs. Cincinnati Reds 9/19/24 Betting Picks
In view of the factors involved, this particular duel could see an upside move for the Red’s being their home record and how Atlanta had been unsuccessful under the same match conditions. Conversely, Chris Sale is a versatile pitcher, and if he goes about his business properly, he may tilt the game in favor of the Braves.
There may, however, not have been consideration of placing a bet on the Reds covering the spread that was under +1.5 given the current winning form of the team and more advantages awarded to them being in their home ground. The total line is also appealing with a likely OVER as both teams appear to be aiming for around high-scoring games, Making this among reasonable predictions for MLB daily free picks.