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Apr 2, 2024, 7:07 pm ET in MLB
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Reds vs Phillies Prediction: Who Will Win?

The Reds and Phillies are set to face off in a National League matchup at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, PA. The first pitch is scheduled for 6:40 PM ET, and the game can be seen on TBS. The Phillies are currently favored to win this one, with a money line of -143 compared to the Reds’ +119.

On the mound for the Reds is Graham Ashcraft, while the Phillies will counter with Spencer Turnbull. The over/under line is set at 9 runs, with the overpaying out at -106 compared to the under at -117.

Betting Preview

The Reds and Phillies needed extra innings to decide the previous game of this series, with Cincinnati pulling out a 6-3 win in 10 innings. Heading into the game, the Phillies were the favorite at -145 on the money line.

Spencer Steer had a huge game for the Reds, going 2/5 with a home run and four RBIs. He also scored two of the Reds’ six runs. Christian Encarnacion-Strand also drove in a run for Cincinnati. As for the Phillies, Alec Bohm drove in two runs, while Trea Turner went 2/4 with a stolen base.

Neither starter factored into the decision. Andrew Abbott went 5 1/3 innings and gave up two earned runs for the Reds, while Cristopher Sanchez went five innings and gave up two runs for the Phillies. Alexis Diaz got the win out of the bullpen for Cincinnati, while Connor Brogdon took the loss.

Cincinnati Reds

Getting the start for the Reds in this one is Graham Ashcraft, who is coming off a season in which he went 7-9 in 26 starts. His ERA for the year was 4.76, and he finished with a WHIP of 1.37. Ashcraft’s batting average allowed last season was .260, and his on-base percentage allowed was .329. He gave up a total of 23 home runs on the year, and his FIP for the season was 5.06. Ashcraft finished the year with 15 quality starts and averaged 2.0 walks per game.

For the Reds, Christian Encarnacion-Strand has the best chance to have a big game at the plate. His total hits projection is 12th best in the league today, and he has the 4th best odds to hit a home run. Jonathan India is also expected to be one of the Reds’ top offensive performers, with his total hits projection 23rd best in the league today. Jeimer Candelario has the 13th best odds to hit a home run in today’s slate of games. MLB odds today.

Philadelphia Phillies

Spencer Turnbull is coming off an MLB schedule in which he made seven starts for the Phillies. His record was 1-4, and his ERA was 7.26. Turnbull’s WHIP was 1.68, and his batting average allowed was .282. He made zero quality starts and finished the season with an average of 6.97 strikeouts per nine innings. Turnbull’s walks per nine innings average was 4.35, and he gave up a total of five home runs.

If you’re looking for some Phillies player props, we have Kyle Schwarber with the highest home run projection on the team and 6th best in the league today. Bryce Harper has the 2nd best home run projection on the team and 9th best in the league. Trea Turner has the best hits projection on the team and the 16th best in the league today. MLB team stats.

Betting Picks

  • OU Over 9 -106
  • ML: Phillies -143
  • ATS: Reds +1.5

Reds vs Phillies Odds

  • ML: CIN +119 | PHI -143
  • RUN LINE: CIN +1.5 | PHI -1.5
  • TOTAL: 9

Reds vs Phillies Game Information

  • Cincinnati Reds vs. Philadelphia Phillies
  • Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia
  • Need Written Date 6:40 ET
  • Free Live Stream: LiveSports.watch

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