Cincinnati Reds vs New York Mets MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedJuly 18, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:July 18, 2025 ,

MLB Cincinnati Reds vs New York Mets Prediction 7/18

The Cincinnati Reds will take on the New York Mets on Friday, July 18, 2025. The game will be held at Citi Field in New York, NY, and is scheduled to start at 7:10 PM. Fans can expect a warm evening with scattered clouds as they watch the game on FDSOH.

Reds vs. Mets Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: New York Mets -161. The Mets have a strong home record of 33-14, making them a solid pick at home against the Reds.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.0 (-104). Both teams have solid pitching, with the Mets having the 4th best ERA in the league, which could keep the score low.

Team Trends

  • The New York Mets have a strong home record this season with 33 wins and 14 losses.
  • The Cincinnati Reds have a road record of 22 wins and 25 losses this season.
  • The Reds recently won a home game against the Colorado Rockies with a score of 4-2 on July 13th.
  • The Mets have a division record of 15 wins and 11 losses in the NL East.
  • Cincinnati Reds’ manager is Terry Francona, while the New York Mets are managed by Carlos Mendoza.

Reds vs Mets Preview

The Cincinnati Reds are set to play against the New York Mets at Citi Field on Friday evening. The Reds will rely on Nick Lodolo to lead their pitching efforts. Lodolo has a 3.38 ERA and a WHIP of 1.11, with a record of 6-6. His performance will be key as the Reds aim to secure a win.

The Mets will have Sean Manaea on the mound. Manaea holds a 2.70 ERA and a WHIP of 1.50, though his record is 0-1. The Mets will look to Manaea to contain the Reds’ lineup and improve his standing. Fans attending the game can expect a warm night with scattered clouds, making for a pleasant evening of baseball.

Mets Ready to Shine at Home

The New York Mets have some strong hitters this season. Pete Alonso leads the team with a .280 batting average and 21 home runs. Francisco Lindor is right behind with 19 home runs and a .260 average. On the mound, Sean Manaea will start for the Mets. He has an ERA of 2.70 and a WHIP of 1.50. Manaea’s record stands at 0-1, but he aims to improve that at home. The Mets’ team batting average is .244, ranked 12th in the league. They have hit 124 home runs, placing them 8th. The team also ranks 7th in on-base percentage with a value of .321.

Cincinnati Reds: Poised for Action

The Cincinnati Reds have some solid hitters. Elly De La Cruz leads with a .284 batting average and 18 home runs. Matt McLain follows with a .210 average and 10 home runs. Spencer Steer adds to the lineup with a .251 average and 11 home runs. Nick Lodolo will pitch for the Reds. He has an ERA of 3.38 and a WHIP of 1.11. Lodolo’s record is 6-6 this season. The Reds rank 10th in batting average at .246. Their on-base percentage is also 10th at .316. They have hit 103 home runs, placing them 14th in the league.

Final Betting Pick

The New York Mets have a strong home record of 33-14, making them a reliable choice for the money line. Their pitching staff ranks 4th in ERA, which indicates they can keep the Reds’ hitters in check. Sean Manaea, the Mets’ starting pitcher, has a solid ERA of 2.70, which adds confidence to this pick.

On the other hand, the Reds have a road record of 22-25, which is less impressive. This could make it challenging for them to score against the Mets’ pitching. The Mets’ ability to limit home runs, with only 83 given up this season, supports the under 8.0 prediction. Both teams’ pitching strengths suggest a low-scoring game.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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