Oakland Athletics (56-75) vs. Cincinnati Reds (63-68)
As the MLB season progresses, attention turns to matchups with potential implications for both teams and bettors alike. On Wednesday, August 28, 2024, the Oakland Athletics, struggling with a record of 56-75, face off against the slightly better-positioned Cincinnati Reds, who hold a 63-68 record. This game, set at the Great American Ball Park, draws interest not only from fans but also from those utilizing the best bookie software to gauge valuable betting opportunities.
Inefficiency and below-par performance have tainted the Athletics’ season. They have had a .231 team batting average with a .304 on-base percentage, which greatly suggests their offensive inefficiency. This implies that they managed to hit 159 home runs while scoring a total of 518 runs. More so, this contradicts their pitching staff’s collective ERA of 4.28 and WHIP of 1.32, showing that pitching has been average but not the only cause for alarm.
There’s a little more promise with the Reds this season. They also have a team batting average and on-base percentage equaling those of Athletics but slightly better slugging percentages at .400 because they made 153 homeruns. Therefore, they’ve scored higher (581) and their pitching staff has been better as far as ERA 4.05 and WHIP 1.25 are concerned. Also note that the Red’s road games against the spread show an impressive record at 39-26, indicating that they can exceed expectations when playing away from home court.
Oakland Athletics vs. Cincinnati Reds Game Info
| When: | Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 6:40 PM ET |
| Where: | Great American Ball Park |
| TV: | ESP+ |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Osvaldo Bido (5-3, 3.24 ERA) vs. Nick Lodolo (9-6, 4.76 ERA)
The Athletics’ Osvaldo Bido has been one of the few bright spots for them this season. He’s posted a good ERA of 3.24 and WHIP of 1.14 over 50 innings, indicating control and efficiency on the mound. His hits have been limited to just 33 while he has allowed only 2 home runs and struck out 51 players, which means that he can handle pressure situations well in this game.
On the other hand, Reds’ Nick Lodolo may go into a more favorable win-loss record (9-6), but he carries his higher ERA (4.76). This tells you, in fact, that he is vulnerable when it comes to giving up long balls as evident in the thirteen home runs conceded by him over 115.1 innings pitched by him. What is certain about his performances is that high strikeouts games could characterize them, but on the other hand, his conceding a run might be a deciding factor.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
The betting odds for this game remain unspecified, but insights can still be gleaned from the teams’ performances and historical trends. Bettors should keep a close eye on updates as they develop, as the starting pitchers’ matchups and recent team trends will significantly influence the odds.
Oakland Athletics Betting Trends
The Athletics’ recent form doesn’t inspire confidence, with a 1-4 record in their last five games. The totals have gone OVER in 2 of their last 5, suggesting that while their offense struggles, their games tend to be higher scoring, possibly due to pitching lapses. Their overall performance against the spread on the road being nearly balanced does offer a silver lining for strategic bettors.
Cincinnati Reds Betting Trends
The Reds show a similar pattern in their recent games, with the totals going OVER in 4 of their last 5, indicating that like the Athletics, their games tend to see a lot of runs. Their better record against the spread in road games might not directly influence this home game but reflects their ability to rise to the occasion under varying circumstances.
Oakland Athletics vs. Cincinnati Reds 8/28/24 Betting Picks
From the data and trends, this game seems to be quite balanced, but Reds have a tiny advantage due to their excellent offense as indicated by WHIP and ERA for their pitching. Nevertheless, the form of Osvaldo Bido brings with it an unknown factor which could upset the Reds’ batting line up.
To sum it all up, the match-ups in Cincinnati point to a safer bet on the Reds. However, when considering prop bets, keep an eye out for strikeouts including Lodolo who despite his ERA knows how to fan hitters.
Moreover, these predictions are based on two factors; that Reds have been doing better overall lately and they will continue doing well. Nonetheless, if you consider Bido’s pitching ability as an underdog then this could be one of those games where you may check out several expert MLB free picks.
