In the latter stages of the MLB campaign, the Cincinnati Reds (76-81) welcomed the Cleveland Guardians (90-67) in a match of considerable importance for both teams’ postseason hopes, mostly those of the Guardians. This game will be held on a Tuesday at Progressive Field in a baseball calendar that nobody can actually afford to lose by anyone and of course those interested in multi-handicapper tips and picks.
Cincinnati Reds vs. Cleveland Guardians 9/24/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 6:40 PM ET |
| Where: | Progressive Field |
| Watch: | BSGL, ESPN, MLB.TV |
| Reds odds: | +144 Moneyline |
| Guardians odds: | -169 Moneyline |
| Total Line: | 7.5 |
Cincinnati Reds (76-81) vs. Cleveland Guardians (90-67)
The Cincinnati Reds, despite their sub-.500 record, have shown flashes of brilliance and resilience throughout the season. Their batting average sits at a modest .233 with 693 runs and 174 home runs, marking them as a team that can surprise on the offensive front. Their recent performance has been a mix, as seen in their last five games, with significant wins and losses. The Reds’ victory against Pittsburgh with a score of 7-1 and another 8-3 show their potential to rake in runs when their lineup clicks.
| Cincinnati Reds Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 22, 2024 | PIT | 0-2 | Lose |
| Sep 21, 2024 | PIT | 7-1 | Win |
| Sep 20, 2024 | PIT | 8-3 | Win |
| Sep 19, 2024 | ATL | 3-15 | Lose |
| Sep 18, 2024 | ATL | 1-7 | Lose |
On the other hand, the Cleveland Guardians have cemented themselves as a formidable force in the MLB with a 90-67 record, demonstrating both consistency and depth. With a slightly better batting average of .238 compared to the Reds, and a solid pitching staff boasting a 3.64 ERA, the Guardians have maintained their competitiveness. Their recent form at home is particularly impressive, including a tight 3-2 win over Minnesota and a commanding 5-1 victory against St. Louis, showcasing their capability to clutch key moments.
| Cleveland Guardians Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 22, 2024 | STL | 1-2 | Lose |
| Sep 21, 2024 | STL | 5-6 | Lose |
| Sep 20, 2024 | STL | 5-1 | Win |
| Sep 19, 2024 | MIN | 3-2 | Win |
| Sep 18, 2024 | MIN | 5-4 | Win |
Jakob Junis (4-0, 2.61 ERA) vs. Tanner Bibee (11-8, 3.56 ERA)
In this matchup, the starting pitcher for Cincinnati, Jakob Junis, has surprisingly proven to be a revelation this season. Not only does he hold an unblemished 4-0 record, but he also possesses an impressive 2.61 ERA, which saw him being instrumental in the Reds’ rotation throughout the season. Limitations on walks (only 7 so far) with a good WHIP of 0.84 are signs indicating the fact that he could be a real headache for the Guardians’ bats.
On the other hand within the team of the Guardians, Tanner Bibee combines steadiness in pitching with the ability to achieve strikeouts. With his 3.56 ERA and 180 strikeouts in 166.2 innings pitched, Bibee has shown that he can be relied upon to deliver in tough situations, especially over a longer period of time. This season, he has relatively more experience in terms of getting through difficult situations, and this may also help Cleveland a lot, especially at home.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Cleveland Guardians -169, Total Odds: 7.5
The betting lines activities are a little biased in favor of the Guardians and this can be justified by the better past seasons that the team has had as well as their home games. The total which is set at 7.5 leads one to think that the game could develop into a low-scoring encounter where the latter will be depended upon or vice versa Lehman or a pitchers’ duel.
Cincinnati Reds Betting Trends
As for the Reds, they have already demonstrated that they can be competitive, as suggested the OVER total in the last 9 games out of which 6 were winners or the recent success against the American League teams, 6-1 SU. Conversely, their record against AL Central teams, in particular, is likely to be the reason why the people who want to bet on the Reds in an upset would be somewhat skeptical (2-7 SU).
Cleveland Guardians Betting Trends
The Guardians, recording 11 Unders in their last 15 games and posting a 6-3 SU in their last 9 games support a trend of low scoring and well contested baseball games. They have not only maintained their standing in their recent home games, but they have also extended their winning streak at the top of the table.
Cincinnati Reds vs. Cleveland Guardians 9/24/24 Betting Picks
The forthcoming clash between the Reds and the Guardians looks very exciting when it comes to expectations. Because of the amount of gameplay and recent performance trends, it looks likely the Guardians will win, though, because of their more effective home and consistent whole-game performance over Guardians. However, the Reds have proved to be quite unpredictable, and therefore they are potentially good at covering the spread.
For fans that have a keen interest in pennant odds and are looking for MLB free picks, a sound choice would be trusting the Guardians to win outright but backing the Reds to +1.5 considering how tight the last games have been.