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Cincinnati (68-65) at LA Dodgers (76-57)
- When: Aug 27 2025, 8:40 PM
- Where: Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles
- Where to watch: SportsNet LA
Reds vs Dodgers – Game Preview, Prediction and Player Props
Moneyline: LA Dodgers -204
Total: 8.0
RunLine: LA Dodgers -1.5 (+100)
Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Outlook
The Dodgers are strong -204 moneyline favorites with the total set at 8.0 runs as they look to complete a sweep of Cincinnati. All eyes will be on Shohei Ohtani (0-1, 4.61 ERA), who hasn’t quite been himself on the mound lately. In his last two starts, he’s been tagged for nine runs on 14 hits across just 8 1/3 innings, including a rough outing in Colorado.
Manager Dave Roberts remains confident Ohtani will bounce back, emphasizing the importance of getting at least five innings from him to keep the bullpen fresh. Despite his recent struggles, Ohtani remains the kind of two-way threat capable of turning a game around quickly. The Dodgers’ offense, anchored by Freddie Freeman and Mookie Betts, gives them plenty of room to cover for an uneven start.
Player Prop to Watch (Dodgers): Shohei Ohtani Over 5.5 Strikeouts – Even without his best command, he still racks up whiffs.
Cincinnati Reds Betting Outlook
Cincinnati has fallen back in the playoff race, now sitting 3.5 games behind the Mets for the final NL wild card. They’ve dropped four of their last five and are just 3-5 on their current road trip. Offense has been the issue, the Reds managed just two hits against Clayton Kershaw on Tuesday before Austin Hays added a late homer.
The Reds turn to Nick Lodolo (8-6, 3.05 ERA), who returns from a blister issue that briefly sidelined him. Lodolo, a California native, has performed well this season and should be motivated pitching at Dodger Stadium. He allowed two runs in 5 1/3 innings against LA earlier this year but took the loss. If he can neutralize Ohtani and Freeman, Cincinnati could keep this one close.
Player Prop to Watch (Reds): Nick Lodolo Over 15.5 Outs Recorded – He usually pitches deep when healthy, and the Reds need innings.
MLB Prediction & Betting Angle
The Reds are scrappy, but their recent slump and lack of consistent offense make this a tough assignment. Even with Ohtani’s recent struggles, the Dodgers’ lineup and home-field edge should push them across the finish line.
Final Score Prediction: Dodgers 5, Reds 3
Lean: LA Dodgers -1.5 (+100)
Total: Under 8.5 Alt Lines (-130)
- MLB Odds source: MyBookie Sportsbook
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