Reds vs. Phillies: August 22 MLB Betting Preview and Matchup Analysis

Reds vs. Phillies: August 22 MLB Betting Preview and Matchup Analysis

By Michael Harrison

December 2, 2024 at 09:05 AM

The Cincinnati Reds face the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday, August 22 at 7:05 pm EST in Philadelphia, opening a four-game series. Here's what you need to know:

Series Context:

  • First of four games between the teams
  • Phillies won 2 of 3 games when teams met last week in Cincinnati
  • Reds enter hot after sweeping Pittsburgh Pirates
  • Phillies are 1-3 in current Mets series with one game remaining

Pitching Matchup:

  • Reds: Luis Cessa (3-1, 5.50 ERA, 28 K)

    • First start of season after bullpen role
    • Hitless in last 2 outings (3 IP, 1 BB, 1 K)
  • Phillies: Noah Syndergaard (7-8, 3.95 ERA, 76 K)

    • Beat Reds in last start (7 IP, 3 R, 8 H, 6 K)

Game Analysis:

  • Phillies favored as home team with better record
  • Reds playing younger prospects after trading Luis Castillo
  • Joey Votto out for season (shoulder surgery)
  • Phillies' playoff chances diminishing as September approaches

Prediction:

  • Phillies likely to win opening game
  • Series likely split with either team taking 2 of 3
  • Not expecting Phillies sweep

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