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The Cincinnati Reds (38-59) will take on the Miami Marlins (46-52) again in Cincinnati on Thursday, July 28 at Great American Ball Park. Still in the middle part of the season, both teams will want to set the tone with a win in this one. Be sure to catch the first pitch at 12:35 PM ET!
For context related to Thursday’s game, how have the Reds and the Marlins performed against each other historically?
This season, these franchises have played in three contests, and the Reds have claimed victory twice against their opponents. In their most recent meeting on Wednesday, the score was 5-3 in favor of the Cincinnati Reds. The Reds had five runs and eight hits, whereas the Marlins had three runs on seven hits. We’ll see what plays out when it all goes down at Great American Ball Park.
Betting Preview for the Miami Marlins vs Cincinnati Reds MLB Game on July 28 2022
Where: Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, OH
When: Thursday, July 28, 2022 at 12:35 PM ET
Betting on the Miami Marlins
Record: (46W-52L) | National League East Standing: 4
The Marlins lost to the Cincinnati Reds 5-3 the last time they met on Wednesday, and we can’t wait to find out if they can muster up a hard-fought win in this one. The overall regular season batting average for the team right now is .238 and in particular Garrett Cooper is riding high with a .279 average. In terms of defense, the team is carrying an ERA of 3.82 and a .985 fielding percentage. Before you place your bets based on the teams’ recent performances, be sure to consult our odds assessment!
Absences and Injuries
It’s confirmed that the Marlins will play without Jonathon Berti (Groin), Jorge Soler (Back), Jesús Luzardo (Forearm), Max Meyer (Elbow), Paul Campbell (Elbow), Thomas Nance (Groin), Cole Sulser (Lat), Brian Anderson (Shoulder), Elieser Hernandez (COVID-19), James Yacabonis (Groin), Sean Guenther (Arm), Cody Poteet (Elbow), Jordan Holloway (Elbow), Jasrado Chisholm Jr. (Back), Anthony Bender (Back), Garrett Cooper (Wrist), and Edward Cabrera (Elbow).
Betting on the Cincinnati Reds
Record: (38W-59L) | National League Central Standing: 5
The last time we saw them, the Reds outplayed the Miami Marlins on Wednesday. Led by their top hitter, Brandon Drury, who has a batting average of .266, the Reds are currently averaging .241 at the plate so far this season. In terms of defense, the team carries an ERA of 5.16 and a .984 fielding percentage. Before you select your picks, make sure you read our odds assessment further down!
Absences and Injuries
Per the list of injuries and inactive players, the Reds are without Antonio Santillan (Back), Lucas Sims (Back), Luis Cessa (Back), Aristides Aquino (Calf), Arthur Warren (Elbow), Connor Overton (Back), Jake Fraley (Knee), Reinaldo Almora Jr. (COVID), Jeffrey Hoffman (Forearm), Aramis Garcia (Finger), Tyler Stephenson (Clavicle), Justin Wilson (Elbow), Vladimir Gutierrez (Forearm), Daniel Duarte (Elbow), Ross Detwiler (Back), and Tejay Antone (Elbow).
Miami Marlins vs Cincinnati Reds | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Cincinnati Reds (-132) at FanDuel
Safe money is on the Cincinnati Reds as they are considered the favorite in this showdown. The squad comes into the game as they boast a winning percentage of 52.17% for this month, a record of 12 victories in total. Meanwhile, the Miami Marlins’ winning percentage is at 50% for this month, accounting a total of 12 wins.
Over/Under Pick: Under 9.5 Total Runs (-122) at FanDuel
Before placing a bet, keep in mind that the projected O/U for this matchup is under 9.5. This means that the total number of runs for both teams is predicted to be under 9.5.
Runline Pick: Cincinnati Reds -1.5 Runs (+146) at FanDuel
The Cincinnati Reds will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover a runline of -1.5.
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