Pirates vs. Reds July 7 Doubleheader: Key Betting Guide and Analysis
The Pirates and Reds face off in a crucial doubleheader at Great American Ball Park, with Game 1 starting at 2:10 p.m. and Game 2 at 7:10 p.m.
Team Records & Recent Performance:
- Reds: 28-52 overall, 4-6 last 10 games, 14-26 home record
- Pirates: 33-47 overall, 4-6 last 10 games, 13-25 road record
Game 1 Betting Odds:
- Pick 'Em matchup with -108 moneyline for both teams
- Similar close odds expected for Game 2
Pitching Matchups: Game 1:
- Pirates: Roansy Contreras (2-2, 4.09 ERA, 43 K)
- Reds: Mike Minor (1-5, 6.82 ERA, 24 K)
Game 2:
- Pirates: Bryse Wilson (1-4, 7.49 ERA, 31 K)
- Reds: TBD
Key Factors:
- Both teams struggling recently with three straight series losses for Reds
- Pirates winless in series since June 23rd
- High scoring potential with struggling pitchers on both sides
- Home field advantage could be key factor for Reds
Betting Pick: Cincinnati Reds to win both games, showing resilience despite recent losses to the Mets. High run totals likely given pitching matchups.
Note: The poor pitching stats on both sides suggest these could be high-scoring affairs, making over bets worth considering alongside the moneyline plays.