Cincinnati Reds vs Los Angeles Dodgers Prediction 9/9/2026 Today’s MLB Picks

The Cincinnati Reds and the Los Angeles Dodgers will meet on Wednesday night in the final game of a National League series at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

Cincinnati Reds Betting Preview

The Cincinnati Reds enter Wednesday’s matchup with a 69-76 overall record (5th in the National League Central) and a 33-38 mark on the road. The Reds offense has been rather productive this season. Cincinnati has compiled 610 runs scored, 203 doubles, a .230 team batting average and 194 home runs which ranks third in Major League Baseball.

The Reds arrive at tonight’s game in below average form. Cincinnati has lost three of the team’s last five games played this season, including a 6-3 to the Los Angeles Dodgers earlier this week.

The Cincinnati Reds will turn to right hander Rhett Lowder in this game. In 22 starts made in 2026, Lowder has compiled a 6-9 win-loss record, a 5.43 ERA, a 1.49 WHIP and 90 strikeouts in 116 innings pitched. Rhett Lowder struggled in his most recent outing, allowing six earned runs, six hits and four walks in the Milwaukee Brewers 10-7 victory over the Cincinnati Reds five days ago. Lowder will look to rebound from his recent struggles on the mound in this evening’s matchup with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Turning our attention to the Cincinnati offense, the Reds lineup features shortstop Elly De La Cruz and first baseman Sal Stewart. Elly De La Cruz has compiled a .283 batting average, 25 home runs, 69 RBIs and an .868 OPS which ranks 13th in Major League Baseball. Sal Stewart has amassed 31 home runs, 107 RBIs (1st in MLB) and a .264 batting average this season.                                                             

Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Preview

The Los Angeles Dodgers enter Wednesday’s contest with an 87-57 overall record (1st in National League West) and a 45-28 mark at home. The Dodgers offense has been elite this season. Los Angeles has compiled 711 runs scored, 175 home runs, and a .256 team batting average. The Dodgers arrive at tonight’s game in exceptional form, winning the team’s last six games.

The Dodgers will start right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto in tonight’s game. In 2026, Yamamoto has compiled a 12-8 win-loss record, a 2.67 ERA, a 0.90 WHIP and 161 strikeouts in 165 innings pitched. Yamamoto has been one of the best starting pitchers in Major League Baseball this season.

The Los Angeles Dodgers lineup features Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman. Shohei Ohtani has tallied 30 home runs, 80 RBIs and a .277 batting average. Freddie Freeman has amassed a .299 batting average, a .378 OBP and a .457 slugging percentage.                

Why the Cincinnati Reds will win.

• Offensive power. Sal Stewart has been a key contributor for the Cincinnati Reds, amassing a team leading 31 home runs.  

• Enhanced motivation. The Cincinnati Reds have lost three of the team’s last five games.

• Home run potential. Cincinnati has amassed 194 home runs this season which ranks third in Major League Baseball.

Why the Los Angeles Dodgers will win.

• Offensive balance. Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman have been key contributors for the Los Angeles Dodgers this season.

• Starting pitching. Yoshinobu Yamamoto has compiled a 12-8 win loss record, a 2.67 ERA, a 0.90 WHIP and 161 strikeouts in 165 innings pitched this season.

• Current form. Los Angeles has won six consecutive games entering this contest.

Cincinnati Reds vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Prediction

In my view, this matchup favors the Los Angeles Dodgers. Why? Los Angeles arrives at this contest in elite form, winning the team’s last six games. Conversely, the Reds have played below average baseball recently, losing three of the team’s last five games. Additionally, the Dodgers have played exceptional baseball at home, compiling a rather impressive 45-28 win-loss record at Dodger Stadium. With that said, I am backing the Los Angeles Dodgers to cover the 1.5 runs in this game.

Hans Geevers's Pick: Los Angeles Dodgers -1.5