Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Cincinnati Reds Prediction, Betting Pick, and Latest Odds
The Diamondbacks take on the Reds for the final game of their series this afternoon. Can the avoid the sweep? Matt McCuen shares his Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Cincinnati Reds prediction, betting pick, and the latest odds for this game.
Matt McCuen - May 9, 2024, 10:54 AM EDT
5 minArizona Diamondbacks vs. Cincinnati Reds Prediction, Betting Pick, and Latest Odds
The Arizona Diamondbacks and the Cincinnati Reds will meet from Cincinnati on Thursday afternoon.
This will be the final game of this three-game series.
Arizona has the opportunity to earn a sweep today.
Diamondbacks vs. Reds DATE, TIME, AND WHERE TO WATCH
- Date: May 9, 2024
- Start Time: 1:10 p.m. ET
- Where to Watch: MLB Extra Innings
Diamondbacks vs. Reds Odds
- Spread: Diamondbacks +1 (-141), Reds -1 (+115)
- Total Odds: O 8.5 (-110), U 8.5 (-103)
- Moneyline Odds: Diamondbacks (+114), Reds (-125)
Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Cincinnati Reds Prediction
The D Backs represent a record of 17-20.
It has been a disappointing start to the season for the defending NL Champions.
Arizona went on a magical run in the playoffs last year as they knocked off the Philadelphia Phillies in seven games in the NLCS.
The Diamondbacks are a part of one of the best divisions in baseball in the NL West.
Arizona is eight games out of first place in the NL West.
All-star second baseman Ketel Marte leads the team with a .301 batting average and seven home runs.
First baseman Christian Walker leads the Snakes with 25 runs batted in.
Rookie of the year Corbin Carroll is off to a rough start, hitting just .203 on the season.
24-year-old Slade Cecconi will toe the rubber today. Cecconi is 1-2 with a 4.96 ERA.
Cincinnati rolls into this contest with a 16-20 record.
The Reds will attempt to avoid getting swept today.
This Reds team has lost seven games in a row.
They are 2-8 over their last ten games.
The cold run has pushed the Reds five games behind the Brewers and Cubs in the NL Central.
Shortstop Elly De La Cruz leads the team, batting .254 with eight home runs.
Left fielder Spencer Steer leads the squad with 23 runs batted in on the campaign.
Center fielder Will Benson has blasted four home runs while driving in 11 runs.
Hunter Greene will get the ball today. Greene is 1-2 with a 3.12 ERA.
Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Cincinnati Reds Pick
Despite losing seven games in a row, the Reds will bounce back today.
Nobody wants to bet on the Reds right now, but we will take advantage of this line and back them today.
We are getting a great price on Greene, who has been throwing the ball exceptionally well.
Greene has not allowed a run in his last two starts.
The Reds bats are due for a breakout game and will get a favorable matchup tonight.
Pick: Cincinnati Reds ML -125 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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