The Cincinnati Reds (12-28) host the Chicago Cubs (16-24) for a four-game series starting Monday at 6:40 PM ET at Great American Ballpark. The division rivals are separated by four games in the NL Central standings.

Recent Form

• Reds: Won 1 of 3 vs Blue Jays (lost 2-1, 3-1; won 3-2)
• Cubs: Won 1 of 4 vs Diamondbacks (lost 3-1, 10-6, 7-6; won 5-4)

Game 1 Odds & Pitching Matchup

• Reds (+108) home underdogs
• Pitchers: Vladimir Gutierrez (0-5, 8.65 ERA, 19 K) vs Drew Smyly (1-5, 3.97 ERA, 26 K)

Team Statistics

• Batting: Reds rank 28th in average, 19th in RBIs/game; Cubs rank 21st and 19th respectively
• Pitching: Reds rank 30th in ERA, 27th in opponent average; Cubs rank 21st and 24th respectively

Series Prediction Despite their struggles, the Reds should have an advantage playing at home. Look for Cincinnati to take 3 of 4 games as they try to turn around their season against a beatable Cubs team.

The Reds will aim to build momentum after showing recent signs of improvement following their poor start. This series could indicate whether Cincinnati has truly begun to emerge from their early-season slump.

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