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Cincinnati Reds vs Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: May 15, 2024 at 3:40 PM ET

Venue: Chase Field — Phoenix, Arizona

Article updated May 14, 10:15 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Cincinnati Reds and the Arizona Diamondbacks will meet for the conclusion of their three-game series on Wednesday afternoon at Chase Field in Phoenix. The Diamondbacks

Game outlook

The Cincinnati Reds and the Arizona Diamondbacks will meet for the conclusion of their three-game series on Wednesday afternoon at Chase Field in Phoenix. The Diamondbacks secured a 6-5 victory in the first game of the series. Andrew Abbott will take the mound for the Reds, while Brandon Pfaadt will be the starting pitcher for the Diamondbacks. First pitch is set for 3:40 PM. Arizona is the favorite to win with a -136 opening line.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Reds +125 | Diamondbacks -136

Spread: Reds +1.5 (-170) | Diamondbacks -1.5 (+150)

Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Arizona will win straight-up is 58%.

Cincinnati Reds

The Cincinnati Reds are currently in last place in the NL Central with a 75-87 record, tied with the Cardinals but behind on the tiebreaker. The Brewers and Cubs have started to pull away from the rest of the division, leaving the Reds with a seven-game deficit to make up. In a recent game against Arizona, Spencer Steer had a two-run double in the third inning but the team still fell short. Steer leads the team with 29 RBIs, while Elly De La Cruz is the rising star with nine home runs and a .262 batting average. Jonathan India leads off the order with two home runs and 11 RBIS and a .233 batting average. Andrew Abbott will be making his ninth start of the season with a 2-4 record and a 3.35 ERA. The Reds are ranked 27th in power rankings, 16th in offense, 18th in defense, and have a 75-87 record this season.

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Arizona Diamondbacks Analysis

The Arizona Diamondbacks secured a dramatic win in the first game of their series against the Reds, with Kevin Newman hitting a game-winning two-RBI single in the bottom of the ninth inning. Despite trailing the Dodgers in the NL West standings, the Diamondbacks are just one game behind the Padres for second place in the division. Newman, along with standout hitters Ketel Marte and Christian Walker, has been instrumental in the team's offensive success this season. Pitcher Brandon Pfaadt will be making his ninth start of the season, looking to improve upon his 1-3 record. Online sportsbook promos can enhance your betting experience. The Diamondbacks currently have a power ranking of 20 and excel in offense, scoring an average of 5.02 runs per game. Their defense ranks 20th, giving up an average of 4.60 runs per game. Cincinnati has had the upper hand in recent matchups against Arizona, winning their last three meetings.

Cincinnati Reds Favored to Secure Road Victory Against Arizona Diamondbacks in Third Game of Series

The Cincinnati Reds are the recommended pick in this upcoming matchup, as they are poised to secure a victory on the road in the third game. With Abbott on the mound for Cincinnati, his recent strong performances and lower ERA compared to the opposing starter make him a standout player to watch. Additionally, Arizona's lackluster home-field advantage, with only a 10-10 record at Chase Field thus far, further strengthens the Reds' position as the favored team. Despite being in last place in the NL Central, Cincinnati boasts the best record among all last place teams in the NL, showcasing the team's potential for success. Highlighting the Reds' offensive prowess is star shortstop De La Cruz, who leads the league in stolen bases, providing an additional avenue for scoring beyond home runs. Pitching-wise, Cincinnati holds a slight edge with their superior ERA both for the starter and the team as a whole, with the Reds' pitchers collectively posting a 4.09 ERA compared to Arizona's 4.25. Notably, in the first game of the series, Cincinnati demonstrated their ability to maintain a lead late in the game, indicating a strong likelihood of success in this upcoming matchup. Considering these factors, the Reds are a solid choice for the win.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

About our editorial process

SportsJaw Reds vs Diamondbacks archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Reds vs Diamondbacks matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Cincinnati Reds+125 → +135Moved
  • Moneyline · Arizona Diamondbacks-136 → -152Moved
  • Spread · Cincinnati Reds+1.5 (-170) → +1.5 (-160)Moved
  • Spread · Arizona Diamondbacks-1.5 (+150) → -1.5 (+138)Moved
  • Total · Over8.5 (-110) → 8.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under8.5 (-110) → 8.5 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Cincinnati Reds
75-87 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 3-6-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Arizona Diamondbacks
86-76 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 4-5-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-05-15T02:15:53.283Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-05-14Cincinnati Reds 6 · Arizona Diamondbacks 2
  • 2024-05-13Cincinnati Reds 5 · Arizona Diamondbacks 6
  • 2024-05-09Arizona Diamondbacks 5 · Cincinnati Reds 4
  • 2024-05-08Arizona Diamondbacks 4 · Cincinnati Reds 3
  • 2024-05-07Arizona Diamondbacks 6 · Cincinnati Reds 2
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Arizona Diamondbacks defeated Cincinnati Reds 2-1

Arizona Diamondbacks defeated Cincinnati Reds 2-1 on May 15, 2024, a 1-run decision in the series. Arizona Diamondbacks' strongest period was the 2nd inning, when it outscored its opponent 1-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Cincinnati Reds +1.5 (-160) spread, Cincinnati Reds covered, while the 3 combined runs finished under the recorded total of 8.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • 1735203231Moneyline · Arizona Diamondbacks -136Win
  • JackCohenMoneyline · Arizona Diamondbacks -136Win
  • MikehuffMoneyline · Arizona Diamondbacks +125Win
  • DrpaulMoneyline · Cincinnati Reds +125Loss
  • JeffjacksonMoneyline · Arizona Diamondbacks -145Win
  • SfdanMoneyline · Arizona Diamondbacks -145Win
  • Roderick806Moneyline · Arizona Diamondbacks -145Win
  • IrishblueMoneyline · Arizona Diamondbacks -145Win
  • CoversMoneyline · Arizona Diamondbacks -145Win
  • MaddogMoneyline · Cincinnati Reds +128Loss
  • PeytoncMoneyline · Cincinnati Reds +128Loss
  • DerekFisherMoneyline · Arizona Diamondbacks -143Win
  • MauriceJonesTotal · Over 8.5 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioMoneyline · Arizona Diamondbacks -141Win
  • CoolioTotal · Over 8.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkMoneyline · Arizona Diamondbacks -141
Win
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 8.5 (-110)Loss