Milwaukee Brewers vs. Cincinnati Reds 8/31/24 – With the Major League Baseball season gradually tending towards the end, Milwaukee Brewers (78-56) meet Cincinnati Reds (64-71) in the exciting series of games in the National League. The Brewers have had a great season and are looking to maintain their winning momentum while the Reds are simply looking to improve their rankings. Both the teams have a lot to prove in this contest at the Great American Ball Park as is clear from its betting odds on premier online betting sites.
Milwaukee Brewers vs. Cincinnati Reds 8/31/24
| When: | Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 7:15 PM ET |
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| Where: | Great American Ball Park |
| TV: | FOX |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Milwaukee Brewers vs. Cincinnati Reds 8/31/24
| Team | RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Brewers | -1.5 (+120) | 9 over (-108) | -128 |  |
| Reds | +1.5 (-147) | 9 under (-119) | +109 | |
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The Brewers come into the game favored, with betting lines reflecting their superior season record and recent performance trends. The Reds, despite being the underdogs, offer intriguing value given the close nature of many MLB games.
Frankie Montas (6-9, 4.64 ERA) vs. Nick Martinez (6-6, 3.78 ERA)
Despite his mediocre record and rather high ERA, Frankie Montas has been able to strike out 106 in 120.1 innings pitched and keep budding his talent. Consistency has been his issue, evidenced by his 1.38 WHIP and it is his weakness as he has given up 16 home runs this season. One of his better pitches is the fastball, which whenever it’s on has few hitters that can stand up to it but those days are rare, and he is frequently hit. The way Montas controls the early game will determine the fate of the Brewers in the day’s outing.
On the flip side, there is Nick Martinez of the Reds, who is a much more dependable presence on the pitching mound. With an overall acceptable ERA of 3.78 and a non-leaky WHIP of 1.13, Martinez has efficiently prevented the opponents from scoring. He is effective with his control based on the little walks issued and although he does not get the same amount of strikeouts as Montas, getting ground balls has been key for him. For this reason, Martinez’s consistency will be crucial for Cincinnati into the mouth of the Brewers’ aggressive batting order.
Analyzing Milwaukee’s Offensive Firepower
A Potent Lineup The Brewers boast a robust .253 batting average and a slugging percentage of .404, thanks to 142 home runs this season. Their offensive lineup is not just about power but also about reaching base consistently, as shown by their .332 on-base percentage. This combination of power and consistency makes them formidable opponents for any pitching staff.
Reds’ Struggle at the Plate
In Search of Consistency Cincinnati’s team has struggled with a lower batting average of .232 and fewer total runs scored (604). However, they have managed to hit more home runs (156) than the Brewers. Their inconsistency at the plate and lower on-base percentage (.306) could be significant handicaps in keeping up with Milwaukee’s scoring pace.
Trends
Milwaukee Brewers Betting Trends
Milwaukee are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games.
Brewers are 6-1 SU in their last 7 games against Cincinnati.
Milwaukee are 8-3 SU in their last 11 games on the road.
Milwaukee are 7-1 SU in their last 8 games when playing on the road against Cincinnati.
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Milwaukee’s last 12 games against an opponent in the National League Central Division division.
Cincinnati Reds Betting Trends
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Cincinnati’s last 12 games.
Cincinnati are 1-5 SU in their last 6 games.
Reds are 1-7 SU in their last 8 games at home.
Cincinnati are 1-7 SU in their last 8 games when playing at home against Milwaukee.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Cincinnati’s last 7 games played on a Saturday.
Milwaukee Brewers vs. Cincinnati Reds Betting Prediction
Looking at the present form, the team stats, and the head-to-head record, it seems like this is the Milwaukee Brewers’ game to lose. Their better offensive stats and their recent head-to-head results with the Reds make them a wiser option. Though the match might be closer than anticipated, due to the betting odds, Milwaukee’s overall strength in every department seems it would carry the day.
Prop bets or over/under bettors might like to avail themselves of a total going under 9 since both starting pitchers will be able to effectively control the game. As was already pointed out, there are high-risk odds for this game due to the nature of MLB scores.
This free MLB betting prediction is based on statistics as well as betting trends and concludes that the Brewers are going to win, but not by a large shooting margin.
Score Prediction: Brewers 5, Reds 3.
