Cincinnati Reds vs Houston Astros MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedMay 11, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:May 11, 2025 ,

MLB Cincinnati Reds vs Houston Astros Prediction 5/11

The Cincinnati Reds are set to play against the Houston Astros on Sunday, May 11, 2025. The game will take place at Daikin Park, with the first pitch scheduled for 2:10 PM. Fans can look forward to this night game as both teams take the field.

Reds vs. Astros Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Reds MoneyLine 129. The Reds have a slight edge with their recent win over the Astros. Their hitting has been consistent, and they have a balanced record on the road.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Over 8.5 (-105). Both teams have shown the ability to score runs, as seen in their recent games. The pitching matchup also suggests runs could be scored.

Team Trends

  • The Cincinnati Reds have a regular season record of 20-21 and are 3 games back in the NL Central.
  • The Houston Astros have a regular season record of 19-19 and are 3 games back in the AL West.
  • In a recent spring training game on May 10th, 2025, the Cincinnati Reds defeated the Houston Astros 13-9.
  • During the same game, the Cincinnati Reds had 12 hits, while the Houston Astros had 14 hits.
  • TJ Friedl was a standout hitter for the Reds, going 3/4 with 3 runs and 1 RBI in the May 10th game against the Astros.

Reds vs Astros Preview

The Cincinnati Reds are gearing up to meet the Houston Astros at Daikin Park on Sunday, May 11, 2025. The game will start at 2:10 PM, and fans are ready for the action under the lights. The Reds will have Chase Petty on the mound. Petty has had a rough start to the season with an ERA of 34.71 in his first game. He will look to improve his performance against the Astros.

On the other side, the Astros will rely on Ronel Blanco as their starting pitcher. Blanco has appeared in seven games this season, with a record of 2-3 and an ERA of 4.98. The Astros hope Blanco can deliver a strong outing to secure a win at home. Both teams will aim to capitalize on their strengths in this night game. Fans can expect a competitive matchup as these teams meet on the field.

Houston Astros: Key Players and Performance

The Houston Astros have some strong hitters leading the team this season. Jeremy Peña stands out with a .288 batting average. He also has 5 home runs and 19 RBIs, both ranking first on the team. Isaac Paredes is another player to watch. He has a .263 batting average and 4 home runs. Paredes has also contributed 17 RBIs, placing him third on the team in that category. Jose Altuve is dealing with a hamstring issue. Despite this, he has managed a .259 batting average and 4 home runs. His 18 runs scored rank him second on the team.

Cincinnati Reds: Key Players and Performance

Elly De La Cruz is a standout player for the Reds. He leads the team with a .250 batting average and has hit 6 home runs. His 26 runs and 29 RBIs also put him at the top of the team’s leaderboard. TJ Friedl is another important player for the Reds. He has a .281 batting average and has hit 3 home runs. Friedl’s contributions include 23 runs and 17 RBIs, making him a key player in the lineup. Matt McLain has played 32 games this season. He has a .168 batting average and has hit 5 home runs. McLain has also added 20 runs and 15 RBIs to the team’s totals.

Final Betting Pick

The Reds’ recent win over the Astros highlights their ability to perform well on the road. Their balanced road record of 11-11 shows they can handle away games. With hitters like Elly De La Cruz and TJ Friedl contributing consistently, the Reds have a strong chance to secure another win.

The over 8.5 prediction is supported by both teams’ recent scoring trends. The Reds scored 13 runs in their last game against the Astros, indicating their offense is in good form. The Astros’ pitching, with Ronel Blanco’s 4.98 ERA, suggests they might allow more runs, making the over a solid choice.

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