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Cincinnati Reds to Take on San Diego Padres at Petco Park on Monday: Reds' Lodolo to Face Padres' Waldron in Pitcher's Duel

The Cincinnati Reds will be facing off against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on Monday with the first pitch scheduled for 6:40 p.m. PT. Reds' left-hander Nick Lodolo, sporting a 2-0 record with a 2.12 ERA, will be taking the mound against Padres' right-hander Matt Waldron, who has a 1-2 record with a 3.96 ERA. San Diego is the betting favorite at -105 and the line has not moved.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Reds -105 | Padres -105
• Spread: Reds -1.5 (+154) | Padres +1.5 (-185)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that San Diego will win straight-up is 51%.

Cincinnati vs San Diego Stats

Cincinnati Reds

Last week, the Cincinnati Reds faced tough competition against Texas, resulting in two losses out of three games. As they compete in the National League Central, the Reds are up against strong opponents. Despite ranking 23rd in OBP, 21st in OPS, and 17th in home runs, they are showing promise with their 10th ranking in RBI. The pitching staff holds a 3.90 ERA and 1.26 WHIP. Lodolo will be starting on Monday, having allowed four runs in three starts this season. With a power ranking of 11, the Reds are performing well offensively, scoring an average of 5.04 points per game and allowing 4.22 points against them. They currently hold a record of 15-12 this season. For those interested in betting, it's recommended to research the top sportsbooks for the best betting promotions.

San Diego Padres Analysis

San Diego Padres had a tough series against Philadelphia, resulting in a 3-7 record in their last ten games. While the team has talent, they are currently struggling to perform consistently. As they prepare for their next game at home, San Diego ranks 9th in OBP, 10th in OPS, 7th in home runs, and 5th in RBI. However, their pitching staff has a 4.35 ERA and 1.32 WHIP. Waldron will be starting for the Padres on Monday night, coming off a solid performance in his last start. The team is currently ranked 15th in power rankings and #10 in offense, averaging 4.77 runs per game. Despite their defensive struggles, the Padres have a record of 14-16 and recently faced Cincinnati in a series where they won one out of three matchups. For more expert picks and MLB predictions, be sure to check out our information.

Cincinnati Reds Outshine San Diego Padres in Recent Games

Recently, the Cincinnati team has shown a stronger competitive edge compared to the Padres. Despite a couple of losses to Philadelphia, Cincinnati has either won or lost by a narrow margin in eight out of its last ten games. On the other hand, the Padres have suffered defeat in seven out of their last ten games, where they were clearly outplayed. Additionally, San Diego has struggled against left-handed pitchers this season, with a slash line of .200 BA/.302 OBP/.361 SLG/.663 OPS. It is uncertain if the Padres will be able to turn things around against Lodolo in the upcoming game. However, considering Cincinnati's strong offense, averaging 5.0 runs per game on the road, it is likely that the Reds will secure a victory. Overall, Cincinnati appears to be the better bet at almost even odds given San Diego's current performance.

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