Dodgers vs. Reds Betting Guide: Gonsolin Faces Mahle in Cincinnati Series Opener
The Cincinnati Reds host the Los Angeles Dodgers for a three-game series starting Tuesday at 6:40 p.m. ET at Great American Ball Park.
Game Details:
- Game 1: Tuesday, 6:40 p.m. ET
- Game 2: Wednesday, 6:40 p.m. ET
- Game 3: Thursday, 12:35 p.m. ET
Current Team Status:
- Dodgers (40-25, 20-13 road) lead NL West by 0.5 games
- Reds (23-43, 12-20 home) are 14 games back in NL Central
- Dodgers are 5-5 in last 10 games
- Reds are 3-7 in last 10 games
Pitching Matchup:
- Dodgers: Tony Gonsolin (8-0, 1.42 ERA, 60 K)
- Reds: Tyler Mahle (2-5, 4.46 ERA, 86 K)
Recent Performance:
- Gonsolin: Last start - 6.1 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 9 K vs Angels
- Mahle: Last start - 9 IP, 0 R, 3 H, 12 K (No decision)
Betting Outlook:
- Dodgers are 1.5-run favorites across all three games
- Best betting strategy: Take Dodgers -1.5 for the series
- Reds' best chance is keeping scores low but Dodgers should handle business on the road
The Dodgers' superior record and recent performance make them strong favorites, though the Reds' home-field advantage and Mahle's last strong outing could keep games competitive. Smart money is on the Dodgers to cover the spread.
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