The'Atlanta Braves (81-70) and Cincinnati Reds (74-78) play the 2nd game of a 3-game series Wednesday. First pitch from Great American Ball Park is slated for 6:40 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's'MLB odds'around the'Braves vs. Reds odds'and make our expert'MLB picks and predictions'for the best bets.
Season series: Reds lead 4-0
The Braves lost their 3rd straight game Tuesday, falling 6-5 to the Reds after a bullpen meltdown. Atlanta led 5-2 through the 6th inning, powered by HRs from RF Jorge Soler, 1B Matt Olson, and CF Michael Harris II. However, its bullpen surrendered 4 unanswered runs over the next 2 innings, allowing Cincinnati to pull ahead and secure the win.
Reds LF Spencer Steer hit a 7th-inning 2-run homer to put Cinncinati ahead for good. RP Alexis Diaz secured his 28th save of the season. Cincinnati remains unbeaten against Atlanta this year, improving to 4-0 in the season series.