The Atlanta Braves are set to go head-to-head with the Cincinnati Reds on September 18, 2024, at the Great American Ball Park, starting at 06:40 pm under mostly scattered clouds. Spencer Schwellenbach will take the mound for the Braves with a solid ERA of 3.733, while Jakob Junis will pitch for the Reds, carrying an impressive ERA of 2.732.

In the 2024 NL East Division standings, the Braves currently occupy the 7th spot with an 81-70 record, showcasing a 0.54 winning percentage. They hold a divisional record of 24-22 and have won 4 of their last 10 games, though they’re presently on a three-game losing streak (L3). The Braves have been stronger on the road (39-37) compared to their home record (42-33) and have performed well in night games with 55 wins against 26 in daytime outings. They have scored 646 runs and conceded 579.

Conversely, the Reds are ranked 10th in the NL Central Division, holding a 74-78 record, which translates to a 0.49 winning percentage. Their divisional performance is slightly weaker with a 21-25 record. Nonetheless, they’ve shown improvement lately, securing 6 wins in their last 10 outings and currently on a one-game winning streak (W1). Their home and away records are identical at 37-39. The Reds have tallied 674 runs but have given up 651.

Focusing on the betting odds for this game, the point spread is set at 1.5, with an over/under of 8.5. The moneyline sees the Braves as the away favorites at -147, while the home team, the Reds, are listed at +125. This indicates that while the Braves are slightly favored to win, the odds are relatively close, suggesting a potentially tight contest. Bettors should consider the recent performances and head-to-head statistics when deciding where to place their bets.