Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Cincinnati Reds 5/8/24 MLB Betting Picks

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Cincinnati Reds 5/8/24 – The Arizona Diamondbacks and Cincinnati Reds, two teams seeking to reverse their fortunes after sluggish starts to the season, face off in an intriguing mid-week matchup. The Diamondbacks, sitting at 14-20, travel to the Great American Ball Park to challenge the slightly better-positioned Reds, who hold a 16-17 record. As we delve into this game, it’s crucial for bettors to stay updated with top-tier sportsbooks online for the latest odds and opportunities.

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Cincinnati Reds 5/8/24

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Cincinnati Reds 5/8/24

Team	RL	TOTAL	ML
Diamondbacks	TBD	TBD	TBD
Reds	TBD	TBD	TBD

Currently, the betting odds for the game have yet to be determined. When the lines are released, considering the recent form of both teams and their head-to-head statistics will be essential. Check for updates as the game approaches to make informed decisions on your wagers.

Closed out the homestand with a dub.

Next stop: Cincy! 🛫 pic.twitter.com/YpzsL42LPm

— Arizona Diamondbacks (@Dbacks) May 5, 2024

Jordan Montgomery (1-2, 5.63 ERA) vs. Graham Ashcraft (3-1, 3.63 ERA)

The major problem of the Diamondbacks’ pitcher Jordan Montgomery lies in his current performance as he has recorded a 1-2 record and an astounding 5,63 ERA over the length of 16 innings. Montgomery has a huge issue of giving away hits and home runs which could have been the key to his success, but he still remains strong and has a favorable strikeout rate. If he is able to keep the Diamondbacks in control early, it will be one of the pivotal factors for a chance to be successful.

On the other hand, Graham Ashcraft has demonstrated to Reds fans that he is not a bad pitcher. In total he has earned the 3-1 win-loss record and an ERA of 3.63 in only 34.2 innings pitched so far. Ashcraft possesses a higher WHIP and consistently strikeouts which places him in the stable category when on the mound. While shutting down the opponent’s offense remains critical, it becomes important to remember that the Diamondbacks batting order is not always at par.

Diamondbacks’ Tactical Approach

Although they did not win many games, the Diamondbacks’ stats are indicative of possible promise. With a team batting average of .245 and a slugging percentage of .381, the team has proved that it can be on base and drive in runs sometimes. The problem with their pitching is the 4.43 ERA and 1.31 WHIP, which show the possibility of transmission opportunities for opposing hitters. These figures demonstrate the fact that though the Diamondbacks may hit well, they are still very reliant upon the performance of pitchers on a given evening.

Reds’ Strategic Edge

With their 3.79 ERA and 1.25 WHIP, the Cincinnati Reds, although not much better overall, have a more powerful pitching core. Though their batting average only ranks at .213, they make up with power with 32 home runs among them. Such a combination of the solid pitching and the homerun power makes them the team to beat, especially when they play at home.

Trends

Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Trends

Diamondbacks are 1-4 in their last 5 games.
Arizona Diamondbacks are 1-4 in their last 5 games against the spread
Diamondbacks are 7-9 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 2 of Diamondbacks’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 8 of Diamondbacks’ 18 last games at home

Cincinnati Reds Betting Trends

Reds are 1-4 in their last 5 games.
Cincinnati Reds are 2-3 in their last 5 games against the spread
Reds are 9-6 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 2 of Reds’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 9 of Reds’ 18 last games at home