Cleveland Guardians vs Cincinnati Reds MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedMay 18, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:May 18, 2025 ,

MLB Cleveland Guardians vs Cincinnati Reds Prediction 5/18

The Cleveland Guardians will take on the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. This game is set for Sunday, May 18, 2025. The first pitch is scheduled for 1:40 PM in what will be a night game.

Guardians vs. Reds Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Guardians MoneyLine 105. The Guardians have a better record and a strong division performance. This makes them a good value as the underdog.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 9.0 (-108). Both teams have shown solid pitching, with the Reds having a top 10 ERA. This suggests a lower-scoring game.

Team Trends

  • The Cleveland Guardians have a division record of 10-3 this season.
  • The Cincinnati Reds have a home record of 12-12 this season.
  • In their recent game on May 17th, 2025, the Cincinnati Reds had 5 extra base hits against the Cleveland Guardians.
  • On May 15th, 2025, the Cincinnati Reds hit 3 home runs against the Chicago White Sox.
  • In the game on May 13th, 2025, the Cleveland Guardians’ Logan Allen pitched 6 innings without allowing a run against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Guardians vs Reds Preview

The Cleveland Guardians are set to play against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. The game will take place on Sunday, May 18, 2025, with the first pitch scheduled for 1:40 PM. The Guardians will look to improve their record with Luis L. Ortiz on the mound.

Ortiz has had a challenging season so far, with a 2-4 record and a 4.78 ERA over 43 1/3 innings. On the other side, the Reds will rely on Andrew Abbott, who has been effective with a 2-0 record and a 2.10 ERA. Abbott has 38 strikeouts in 30 innings, showing strong performance in his starts.

Cincinnati Reds: Key Players and Season Overview

Elly De La Cruz stands out for the Cincinnati Reds this season. He has played 47 games and holds a .251 batting average. De La Cruz leads the team with 8 home runs, 30 runs, and 31 RBIs. TJ Friedl has made an impact in 43 games with a .268 batting average. He has 3 home runs, 24 runs, and 17 RBIs. Friedl is dealing with a wrist injury but is likely to play. Matt McLain has contributed 6 home runs and 23 runs in 38 games. His batting average is .187. McLain also has 16 RBIs this season.

Cleveland Guardians: Key Players and Season Stats

José Ramírez is a standout player for the Cleveland Guardians. He has a .293 batting average over 43 games. Ramírez has hit 9 home runs and scored 24 runs. His 23 RBIs are impressive. Steven Kwan is another key player for the Guardians. He has played in 45 games with a .318 batting average. Kwan has scored 26 runs and hit 4 home runs. He has 17 RBIs this season. Kyle Manzardo leads the team with 10 home runs. He has a .223 batting average in 40 games. Manzardo has driven in 25 RBIs and scored 18 runs. His on-base percentage is .311.

Final Betting Pick

The Guardians MoneyLine at 105 is appealing due to their strong division record of 10-3. This shows they perform well against their division rivals. They also have a slightly better overall record than the Reds, which adds value to this pick.

The Under 9.0 prediction is supported by both teams’ pitching strengths. The Reds have a top 10 ERA at 3.64, indicating they can limit runs. The Guardians’ pitching has also been solid, with a 4.16 ERA. These stats suggest a lower-scoring game.

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