The San Diego Padres (26-26) and Cincinnati Reds (20-29) wrap up a 3-game series Thursday. First pitch from Great American Ball Park is scheduled for 1:10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Padres vs. Reds odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.
Season series: Padres lead 3-2
The Padres snapped a 2-game skid with a 7-3 win Wednesday. They pounded out 14 hits in the bounceback victory after losing Tuesday’s series opener 2-0. San Diego has won 4 of its last 6 games but is 5-5 over its last 10.
The Reds have lost 4 of their last 5 games and are 4-16 in their last 20.