Oakland Athletics vs. Cincinnati Reds 8/28/24 – The Cincinnati Reds (63-68) are scheduled to go head to head against the Oakland Athletics (56-75) on August 28, 2024, Wednesday as both teams aim to advance their standings in a difficult season. The game is going to be played at Great American Ball Park, and it will begin at 6:40 PM ET. It will be streamed live on MLB.TV and broadcasted on ESP+. Both fans and bettors are looking toward this contest, checking out top betting sites for tips and odds that can help them understand who could come away with the win.
Oakland Athletics vs. Cincinnati Reds 8/28/24
| When: | Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at 6:40 PM ET |
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| Where: | Great American Ball Park |
| TV: | ESP+ |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Oakland Athletics vs. Cincinnati Reds 8/28/24
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| Athletics | TBD | TBD | TBD |  |
| Reds | TBD | TBD | TBD | |
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— Athletics (@Athletics) August 25, 2024
The specific betting odds for the game remain TBD. Once available, these figures will be crucial in determining the betting strategy, considering both teams’ recent performance and historical data.
Osvaldo Bido (5-3, 3.24 ERA) vs. Nick Lodolo (9-6, 4.76 ERA)
This season, Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Osvaldo Bido has put in a good show with an ERA of 3.24 and WHIP of 1.14 through 50 innings pitched. Still, the latter is his main strength as he can contain hits by allowing only 33 hits but walking 24 players even though this would be reflected in his strikeout-to-walk ratio, signifying a tight control over the ball, especially when he is surrounded by other runners, which will prove very crucial when dealing with the Reds lineup.
On the other hand, Nick Lodolo from the Cincinnati Reds’ side experienced a worse season, posting an ERA of 4.76 and WHIP of 1.20 throughout 115.1 innings played. The striking thing about Lodolo’s season compared to Bido’s is that he gave up more knocks and homers while pitching less percentage-wise but it shows what pitchability skills he has. His task will then be to make sure the A’s batters do not get any good chances on their pitches so that his team remains competitive throughout this game.
If Bido keeps on his current performance and takes advantage of the Reds’ sporadic hitting blues, the game could go in favor of Athletics after he battles Lodolo. Conversely, Lodolo needs to use his strikeouts to quiet down the A’s bats. The match definitely promises a tactical warfare where each hurler’s showing will determine the outcome of the match.
Oakland’s Batting and On-Field Dynamics:
The Athletics, with a team batting average of .231 and 159 home runs, have been demonstrating power but are inconsistent at the plate. The figures for on-base percentage (.304) and slugging (.392) are some of the lowest, which could mean that they face many difficulties in creating a lot of scoring opportunities. This can be an area to watch out for if Lodolo has a good day, even as his ERA is higher.
Cincinnati’s Strategic Play:
The Reds likewise equal the Athletics in terms of batting average (.231) and surpass them slightly by having slugging percentage points equal to .400, which means that they have been more effective at scoring runs. Recording 581 runs compared to the 518 runs for the Athletics implies that Reds are slightly more potent offensively and thus have to take advantage of Bido’s strong pitching skills.
Trends
Oakland Athletics Betting Trends
Athletics are 1-4 in their last 5 games.
Oakland Athletics are 2-3 in their last 5 games against the spread
Athletics are 31-32 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 2 of Athletics’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 31 of Athletics’ 67 last games at home
Cincinnati Reds Betting Trends
Reds are 2-3 in their last 5 games.
Cincinnati Reds are 2-3 in their last 5 games against the spread
Reds are 39-26 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 4 of Reds’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 27 of Reds’ 65 last games at home
Oakland Athletics vs. Cincinnati Reds Betting Prediction
The game is a balanced challenge in view to the basic dynamics in both teams’ weaknesses and strengths. In case Bido performs as he has been all season, the pitching matchup gives slight advantage to Athletics who may check their hitters.
Regarding baseball betting tips, it may be the best idea to give the edge to Athletics if they were underdogs according to the odds because this might be a good pick for against the spread. They could also be valuable propositions because of the histories of both pitchers when it comes to strikeouts.
Score Prediction: Reds 5, Oakland Athletics 3.
Hilbert Mayer
Sports Writer
Hilbert Mayer is a professional sports writer, betting analyst, and content strategist with over 15 years of experience in the sports industry. Before focusing on sports betting analysis and handicapping, Hilbert worked as a sports writer for various news outlets, covering everything from game recaps to in-depth matchup features. Today, he specializes in MLB, NFL, March Madness, and UFC betting, combining his journalistic background with deep statistical expertise and real-world betting insights. His proven track record, sharp reads, and ability to break down complex matchups make him a trusted voice among both casual bettors and seasoned sharps.
Published on: August 26, 2024
Last updated: March 30, 2025