Oakland Athletics (56-75) vs. Cincinnati Reds (63-68)
Oakland Athletics vs. Cincinnati Reds August 28 2024 – The Great American Ball Park will be the site of a clash between the Oakland Athletics and Cincinnati Reds in late August during the ongoing Major League Baseball season. This year has been an inconsistent one for both teams; the Athletics have 56-75 record while their opponents are just slightly better with 63-68. Therefore, this game is crucial to both teams as it gives them a chance to boost their position in their league tables and promise much to fans and bettors on authorized betting sites.
Oakland Athletics vs. Cincinnati Reds August 28 2024 Game Info
| When: | Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at 6:40 PM ET |
| Where: | Great American Ball Park |
| TV: | ESP+ |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Oakland Athletics vs. Cincinnati Reds Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Athletics | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Reds | TBD | TBD | TBD |
The betting odds for this game have yet to be announced, reflecting the unpredictable nature of both teams this season. Bettors should keep an eye on the odds as they become available, as they will provide crucial insights into how the market is reacting to both teams’ recent performances.
Osvaldo Bido (5-3, 3.24 ERA) vs. Nick Lodolo (9-6, 4.76 ERA)
With a record of 5-3 and an ERA of 3.24, the starting pitcher for Oakland Athletics, Osvaldo Bido, has shown some encouraging signs this season. In 50 innings pitched, he has managed to maintain a solid WHIP of 1.14, having limited opponents to just 33 hits while striking out 51. He could be significant in stifling Reds’ hitters given his control that results in only 24 walks and his ability to minimize home runs where he only allowed two.
Nick Lodolo of Cincinnati Reds has been a box of chocolates, on the other hand. Lodolo’s 4.76 ERA with a 9-6 record does not guarantee consistency throughout this season. In his 115.1 innings pitched, he has given up 101 hits and 13 home runs, which could be an open target for Oakland A’s lineup. However, despite these challenges, his 122 strikeouts show that he is still dominant.
The performances of Bido and Lodolo can determine how the game goes. Bido has lower ERA than Lodolo, and can control games with fewer walks and home runs, thus giving him an upper hand against the latter, who is prone to surrendering homeruns that could turn the tide in favor of Oakland if they capitalize on them here. This encounter is a classic example of potential versus inconsistency, as Bido’s steady countenance would nullify the Reds’ batting strengths
Athletics’ Strategic Advantage
On the road against the spread, Athletics have managed to escape with a near .500 record. Their .231 team batting average and team OBP of Reds also measure up to them, in this case at .304. Based on this fact, they seem evenly matched offensively. Nonetheless, their slugging percentage is a little backward, which means that they must enhance it to change singles into greater scoring chances.
Reds’ Home Field Leverage
Cincinnati Reds enjoy the luxury of playing at home, where they are better than their overall performance against the spread (39-26). To control the game’s pace and limit opportunities for Oakland Athletics to score, Cincinnati is slightly superior in its slugging percentage (.400 vs .392) and opposition batting average (.237 vs .250).
Oakland Athletics Betting Trends
Athletics are 1-4 in their last 5 games.
Oaland Athletics are 2-3 in their last 5 games against the spread
Athletics are 31-32 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 2 of Athletics’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 31 of Athletics’ 67 last games at home
Cincinnati Reds Betting Trends
Reds are 2-3 in their last 5 games.
Cincinnati Reds are 2-3 in their last 5 games against the spread
Reds are 39-26 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 4 of Reds’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 27 of Reds’ 65 last games at home
Oakland Athletics vs. Cincinnati Reds Betting Previews
The game provides a good challenge due to the detailed analysis and betting trends that have shown neither team has had dominant form. If Bido pitches as usual this season, the Athletics would be slightly advantaged in the pitching matchup. With both teams trending toward going over their total runs recently, bettors might think about playing the over on total runs.
In terms of having an advantage for winning MLB prediction, the Reds can be said to have a slight edge because they produce more runs and play at home. Prop bets on home runs and total bases could provide value given both sides are full of power hitters.
Score Prediction: Reds 5, Athletics 3.
