MLB wagering interest swings to the Washington Nationals vs Cincinnati Reds battle on Sunday at Great American Ball Park as the Reds try to pick up a win on home turf and reward those moneyline betting.
Tanner Roark gets the ball in front of a hostile crowd for the Washington Nationals on Sunday; he's 1-2 on the season. The Cincinnati Reds, meanwhile, will counter with Michael Lorenzen, who will be looking to improve on his 1-1 mark.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The moneyline was hovering in the range of 108 for the Cincinnati Reds in this one over at Sportsbook. The over under number was sitting near 8 at Sportsbook.
Odds Shark computer prediction handicapping models run on this game pick a 5.7-3.8 victory for the Nationals. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming MLB matchups here.
Washington Nationals vs Cincinnati Reds Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
Cincinnati (21-27) will face the 28-21 Nationals in this tilt. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Cincinnati vs Washington injuries news.
According to MLB Power Rankings here, it's the No. 29-ranked Cincinnati Reds and the No. 3-rated Washington Nationals in this matchup.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Cincinnati Reds No. 24-rated offense, averaging 3.81 runs per game, against a Washington Nationals defense that ranks No. 14 at 4.16 in runs allowed per game. The Cincinnati Reds have averaged 7.98 hits per game so far, less than Washington Nationals batters have averaged on the year (8.65 hits per game).
Pitching and defensive stats are important baseball handicapping betting factors and Cincinnati has the No. 23-ranked defense. In the other dugout, the Nationals own the No. 14 mark in runs allowed.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Washington suffered a 8-5 loss against Cincinnati on Saturday, as Gio Gonzalez wasn't able to lead his team to victory at Great American Ball Park.
Next Betting Matchups
Washington home to Toronto, Monday, June 1st
Cincinnati at Philadelphia, Tuesday, June 2nd