Free MLB Pick: Reds vs. Guardians Odds
Looking for Cincinnati Reds vs. Cleveland Guardians Free MLB predictions? MLB betting sees the Reds taking on the Guardians on at Progressive Field, Cleveland Cappers Picks provides complimentary expert handicapping picks on all MLB baseball matchups all season long so stay tuned for more FREE daily MLB predictions like this Reds Guardians free pick.
2022 MLB Handicapping
(9-26-0) Cincinnati Reds vs. Cleveland Guardians (16-17-0)
Date: Wednesday, May 18th
Time: 06:10 ETPM ET
Venue: Progressive Field Cleveland
Projected Pitchers: Tyler Mahle vs. Cal Quantrill
MLB Moneyline Odds: Reds 113 Guardians -135
MLB run line Betting Odds: Reds +1.5, Guardians -1.5
MLB Baseball Gambling Total: O/U: 7.5
Cincinnati Reds
Heading into the game, the Cincinnati Reds have an overall record of 9-26-0. When playing on the road, the team has gone 4-17. In the NL Central division, Cincinnati currently sits 5th So far, the team has gone 14-21-0 vs the runline, while being favored in 20.0% of their games. The Reds’ over-under record is 22-12-1.
For Cincinnati, Tyler Mahle gets the start with an overall record of 2-4. He comes into the game with an elevated ERA of 5.15. So far, he is lasting an average of 4.53 innings per outing, as well as 9.82 strikeouts per 9 innings pitched. In terms of walks, he allows an average of 4.42 per 9. In total, Mahle has given up 3 home runs.
So far, the Reds bullpen has been one of the most used groups in the league. This group has one of the highest ERA’s among MLB bullpens at 4.93.
So far, the Cincinnati Reds have been scoring runs at a rate similar to the league average, at 4.03 runs per game. The team comes into the game with an overall run differential of -65.0. The Reds head into the game ranked just 27th in team batting average. Cincinnati combined batting average on balls in play is just 0.235. Placing them 20th. With runners on base, the Reds are averaging just 0.71 stolen bases per game.
Cincinnati has been strong on defense, ranking 3rd in fewest errors at 0.34 per game. The team’s defense is turning double plays at a rate below the league average, at 0.71 per contest.
Heading into the game, the Cleveland Guardians have an overall record of 16-17-0. When playing at home, the team has gone 7-5. In the AL Central division, Cleveland currently sits 3rd So far, the team has gone 17-16-0 vs the runline, while being favored in 27.0% of their games. The Guardianss’ over-under record is 19-14-0.
For Cleveland, Cal Quantrill gets the start with an overall record of 1-2. He comes into the game with an elevated ERA of 3.93. So far, he is lasting an average of 5.68 innings per outing. as well as 5.24 strikeouts per 9 innings pitched. In terms of walks, he allows an average of 3.93 per 9. In total, Quantrill has given up 2 home runs.
Throughout the season, the Guardians have not had to turn to their bullpen for major innings. The team’s relief corps has combined for one of the lower ERAs in the MLB at 3.44.
During the season, the Cleveland Guardians have performed well on offense, averaging 4.76 runs per game. The team comes into the game with an overall run differential of 5.0. The Guardians come into the game with a strong team batting average of 0.251. Cleveland’s batting average on balls in play of 0.252 is ranked average. With runners on base, the Guardians are averaging just 0.64 stolen bases per game.
In the field, Cleveland averages 0.55 errors per game, placing them near the league average. The team’s defense is turning double plays below the league average, at just 0.64 per contest.
MLB Baseball Betting Trends:
- Cincinnati is 7-1 ATS in its last 8 games
- The total has gone OVER in 5 of Cincinnati’s last 6 games when playing Cleveland
- Cleveland is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games when playing Cincinnati
- Cleveland is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games at home
Cincinnati Reds vs. Cleveland Guardians MLB Prediction:
Heading into this game, the pitching matchup heavily favors the Cleveland Guardians. In addition to holding the edge in ERA, Cal Quantrill has a better WHIP of 1.28 compared to Tyler Mahle at 1.45. Mahle will be facing a Guardians offense ranked 3rd in batting average. Cal Quantrill has an excellent matchup against Reds’ offense ranked just 0.216.
4* Free MLB Betting Pick: Guardians -1.5
If you’re looking for more MLB picks like Cincinnati Reds vs. Cleveland Guardians matchup, we’ll be providing 4* free MLB plays on the blog all season long, and check out our Experts for guaranteed premium & free MLB Baseball picks!
Register here for a FREE MLB Betting Account Now for Daily Free Picks & More Special Offers!