On Monday, a battle of NL Central rivals is on the docket, with the Cincinnati Reds (60-93) visiting the Pittsburgh Pirates (56-97) at 6:35 PM ET.
The Reds are an underdog (+117 moneyline odds to win) when they take on the Pirates (-138). The matchup on the mound for this contest is set with the Pittsburgh Pirates looking to Roansy Contreras (5-5), and Chase Anderson (2-3) getting the nod for the Cincinnati Reds.
The Pirates lost 8-3 against the Cubs yesterday, with Luis Ortiz taking the loss. He threw 4 2/3 innings, giving up one earned run on one hit while striking out seven. Bryan Reynolds went 1-for-3 with a home run and an RBI to lead the Pirates offensively.
The Reds defeated the Brewers 2-1 yesterday, with Buck Farmer registering the win while pitching one inning without giving up a hit or an earned run. Spencer Steer went 2-for-4 with a home run and an RBI to pace the Reds’ offense.