Atlanta Braves (15-18) vs Cincinnati Reds (18-17)
Game Info: Monday, May 5, 2025 at 7:15 pm (Truist Park)
B. Singer (R) vs A. Smith Shawver (R)
Betting Odds: Atlanta Braves -142 / Cincinnati Reds +120 --- Over/Under: 8.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: MLBN
In this article, we will formulate a Reds vs Braves prediction for this MLB game on Monday, May 5, at Truist Park in Atlanta, Georgia. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this MLB matchup.
Cincinnati Reds Betting Preview
The Cincinnati Reds (18-17, 8-7 Away) went on a five-game winning streak in late April, but then split the series with the Cardinals and lost to the Nationals. The Reds opened the series against Washington with a 6-1 win, but lost the next two games, 11-6 and 4-1. In the most recent game, Nick Martinez took the loss after allowing one run on four hits with six strikeouts and no walks in 6.0 innings.
This year, the Reds average 5.03 runs per game (7th in the MLB) on a .249/.328/.394 triple-slash. When it comes to pitching, the Reds’ staff has a 3.65 ERA (11th) and 1.12 WHIP (1st). Elly De La Cruz leads the Reds with a .269 batting average, five home runs, and 25 RBI this season.
Brady Singer will take the mound for the Reds on Monday. The 28-year-old right-hander has a 4-1 record in six starts this year with a 3.24 ERA and 1.08 WHIP in 33.1 innings.
Atlanta Braves Betting Preview
The Atlanta Braves (15-18, 9-5 Home) won four consecutive series, but couldn't make it five in a row. After winning a series against the Twins, Cardinals, Diamondbacks, and Rockies, the Braves lost the series against the Dodgers at home. They did manage to avoid the fourth straight loss and to get swept by the Dodgers with a win in Game 3. In that 4-3 victory, Austin Riley drove in all four RBI, while Bryce Elder got the win after allowing two runs on four hits with six strikeouts and two walks over 5.0 innings of work.
This season, the Braves average 4.09 runs per game (17th in the MLB) on a .242/.316/.395 slash line. Regarding pitching, the Braves’ staff has a 4.26 ERA (20th) and 1.28 WHIP (15th). Austin Riley leads the Braves with a .292 batting average, eight home runs, and 24 RBI this season.
The projected starting pitcher for the Braves is AJ Smith Shawver, who is 1-2 in four starts this season, with a 4.26 ERA and 1.68 WHIP in 19.0 innings.
Total Runs Facts
- Each of the Reds' last four road games after playing the previous day have gone UNDER the total runs line.
- Five of the Braves' last six games against National League opponents have gone UNDER the total runs line.
- The 'Inning 1 OVER 0.5 runs' market has hit in each of the Reds' last six night games.
- The 'Inning 1 UNDER 0.5 runs' market has hit in four of the Braves' last five games.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Braves rank 22nd in the league for home runs allowed this season (42).
- The Braves rank 20th in the league for hits this season (269).
- The Reds rank T6th in the league for runs scored this season (176).
- The Reds rank T6th in the league for steals this season (38).
Reds vs Braves Prediction
The teams have traded wins in the last couple of years, as each recorded five in the previous ten H2H encounters. Brady Singer and Aj Smith-Shawver are not the best starters on their respective teams, but they have been solid this year, and I don't think they will allow more than two runs apiece on Monday. After allowing three runs in three straight starts, Singer surrendered three runs in total in his last two starts. Smith-Shawver allowed more than two runs just once this season. I am going with Under.
Oliver’s Pick Under 8.5
AUTHOR: Oliver Zivic
