The Cincinnati Reds (5-23) face the Milwaukee Brewers (19-10) in a three-game series starting Monday at 6:40 p.m. at Great American Ballpark. The Reds enter with momentum after winning their first series of the season against Pittsburgh, while the Brewers look to bounce back from losing two of three to Atlanta.

Game 1 Details:

• First pitch: 6:40 p.m.
• Location: Great American Ballpark, Cincinnati
• Odds: Brewers -1.5 (-105), Reds +1.5 (-115)
• Over/Under: 7.5 (Even/-120)
• Moneyline: Brewers -165, Reds +145

Starting Pitchers:

• Reds: Luis Castillo (Season debut)
  • 2021 stats: 8-16, 3.98 ERA, 192 K
  • Returns from shoulder injury
• Brewers: Brandon Woodruff (3-1, 5.18 ERA)
  • Last outing vs Reds: Win, 5.2 IP, 4 H, 3 ER, 12 K

Series Analysis: Despite the Reds' recent series win against Pittsburgh, the Brewers remain strong favorites. Milwaukee leads the NL Central by 2.5 games, while Cincinnati sits 13.5 games back in last place. The Brewers' consistent performance and superior record make them the likely favorite to take at least two of three games in this series.

Key Betting Recommendation: Consider Milwaukee -1.5 for the series, as the talent gap between these teams remains significant despite Cincinnati's recent improvement.

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