Cincinnati Reds (55-58) vs. Milwaukee Brewers (63-49)
Cincinnati Reds vs. Milwaukee Brewers August 9 2024 – With the MLB season continuing to gain momentum, the Cincinnati Reds will be playing against the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday, August 9th, 2024 in what promises to be an exciting clash. Both teams have had their own fair share of ups and downs this season, which makes daily MLB free predictions quite intriguing for this game. This game is one to watch for both fans and bettors alike as it is scheduled at 6:50 PM ET at Tropicana Field and broadcasted on ESP+.
Cincinnati Reds vs. Milwaukee Brewers August 9 2024 Game Info
| When: | Friday, August 9, 2024, at 6:50 PM ET |
| Where: | Tropicana Field |
| TV: | ESP+ |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Cincinnati Reds vs. Milwaukee Brewers Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Reds | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Brewers | TBD | TBD | TBD |
While specific betting odds have yet to be announced, this game poses a unique challenge for bettors due to the contrasting recent forms of both teams. This section will be updated once the betting odds are released, providing insights and recommendations for both novice and seasoned bettors.
Carson Spiers (4-3 W-L, 3.59 ERA) vs. Aaron Civale (2-8 W-L, 5.14 ERA)
The Cincinnati Reds’ Carson Spiers has a good record of 3-4 and a decent ERA of 3.59 heading into this match-up. The way in which he manages to maintain order in the field when pitching, his WHIP stands at 1.16 this season with only 11 walks demonstrates control and ability to manage games effectively. In terms of patience with batters and low walk rates, Spiers’ biggest asset is that he can accomplish all these things at crucial moments; these are some qualities that could come in handy against the Brewers lineup.
On the other hand, Aaron Civale from the Milwaukee Brewers has had a tough time this campaign as suggested by his poor wins-losses (2-8) record together with an elevated ERA of 5.14. His WHIP figure is at 1.41 meaning there were more hits and home runs that have been registered by him so far implying that he has striven hard enough so as to restrict hitters on base paths.. However, high strikeouts indicate there is still something for him to challenge batters but Reds’ bats may question his inconsistency.
Spiers versus Civale contest will be a classic duel between one pitcher finding himself while another is trying to regain form back into action again. This means that how different they have been before today’s game could largely affect its pace since Spiers will hope to capitalize on the Brewers’ struggling batting line-up while Civale tries getting back on track against a non-challenging Reds side.
Analyzing the Reds’ Offensive Power
The Cincinnati Reds’ team statistics reflect a group that has struggled with consistency at the plate, batting just .229 with a .397 slugging percentage. However, their 129 home runs demonstrate their potential for power hitting, which could be crucial in games where they need to score in bunches. Their on-base percentage sits at .302, indicating a need for improvement in getting runners on base to fully capitalize on their power-hitting capabilities.
Brewers’ Batting and On-Field Strategy
The Milwaukee Brewers, on the other hand, boast a more robust .254 batting average and a .399 slugging percentage. With 524 runs and 957 hits, they’ve been able to translate their on-field opportunities into scoring plays more effectively than the Reds. Their higher on-base percentage of .330 supports this, providing them more chances to drive home runs, a key factor that might tip the scales in their favor in the upcoming game.
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 32-21 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 25 of Reds’ 59 last games at home
Milwaukee Brewers Betting Trends
Brewers are 1-4 in their last 5 games.
Milwaukee Brewers are 1-4 in their last 5 games against the spread
Brewers are 30-29 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 3 of Brewers’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 31 of Brewers’ 52 last games at home
Cincinnati Reds vs. Milwaukee Brewers Betting Picks
Based on the general numbers and tendencies, this game seems to be slightly tipped in favor of the Brewers because their batters have done better and they will be at Tropicana Field. But don’t underestimate that Reds’ power hitting or starting pitching matchup. Current patterns from the two sides also mean it might not be a bad idea to take ‘OVER’ for total runs.
For those who would like to place bets, it is recommended that they review USA Legal Sportsbooks for up-to-date odds and possible prop bets around game day. In comparison to the inconsistent pitchers apart from Spiers in the Reds camp, Milwaukee has a more consistent batting lineup.
Score Prediction: Brewers 6, Reds 4.
