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Cincinnati (50-47) at NY Mets (55-42)
- When: Jul 18 2025, 7:10 PM
- Where: Citi Field, Flushing, Queens
- Where to watch: FDSOH
Reds vs. Mets – Game Betting Preview & Prediction
Moneyline: NY Mets -158
Spread: NY Mets -1.5 (+135)
Total: 8.0
Cincinnati Reds Betting Preview
The Reds enter this series with momentum, having taken three straight before the All-Star break, including a 4-2 win over Colorado that marked Terry Francona’s 2,000th career managerial victory. Cincinnati’s 50-47 record keeps them in the hunt for a wild-card spot, but they can’t afford a slow restart.
Nick Lodolo (6-6, 3.38 ERA) gets the start after blanking Miami for six scoreless innings in his last outing. Lodolo’s stuff has been sharp lately, and the Reds will lean on him to quiet New York’s bats. While Cincinnati hasn’t been dominant on the road, their recent form shows they can grind out wins against quality opponents.
New York Mets Betting Preview
The Mets are favored for a reason, despite stumbling before the break. After leading the NL East by 5.5 games in June, New York has slipped to 55-42 and now trails Philadelphia by half a game. Their inconsistency at the plate has been a concern, but they remain dangerous with a strong lineup and home-field advantage at Citi Field.
Sean Manaea (0-1, 2.70 ERA) takes the mound, looking to build on his season debut where he allowed just one run in 3 1/3 innings against Kansas City. Manaea’s track record against the Reds (2-0, 3.60 ERA in four appearances) suggests he can give the Mets a solid start.
Prediction:
Cincinnati’s hot streak meets a Mets team that’s looking to reassert dominance at home. With New York favored at -158 and Manaea rounding into form, the edge leans to the Mets in what should be a close, low-scoring matchup.
Score Prediction: NY Mets 4, Reds 3
Pick: NY Mets (-158)
Total: Under 8.0 (-105)
- MLB Odds source: MyBookie Sportsbook
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