Braves vs Reds starting pitchers
- Julian Aguiar for Cincinnati Reds
- Chris Sale for Atlanta Braves
Braves vs Reds statistics
| Stat |
Braves |
Reds |
| Hits |
1235 (17th) |
1174 (Tied-26th) |
| Batting Average |
.241 (19th) |
.233 (26th) |
| Runs Batted In |
625 (Tied-16th) |
641 (14th) |
| Runs |
653 (16th) |
675 (15th) |
| Home Runs |
193 (Tied-6th) |
169 (Tied-16th) |
| Walks |
455 (17th) |
470 (Tied-11th) |
| Stolen Bases |
64 (Tied-29th) |
200 (2nd) |
| Strikeouts |
1374 (8th) |
1389 (7th) |
| Pitches |
22431 (12th) |
21991 (20th) |
Cincinnati Reds recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/18/24 |
vs Atlanta Braves |
L |
7-1 |
| 9/17/24 |
vs Atlanta Braves |
W |
6-5 |
| 9/15/24 |
@ Minnesota Twins |
L |
9-2 |
| 9/14/24 |
@ Minnesota Twins |
W |
11-1 |
| 9/13/24 |
@ Minnesota Twins |
W |
8-4 |
Atlanta Braves recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/18/24 |
@ Cincinnati Reds |
W |
7-1 |
| 9/17/24 |
@ Cincinnati Reds |
L |
6-5 |
| 9/16/24 |
vs Los Angeles Dodgers |
L |
9-0 |
| 9/15/24 |
vs Los Angeles Dodgers |
L |
9-2 |
| 9/14/24 |
vs Los Angeles Dodgers |
W |
10-1 |
Braves vs Reds predictions
As we gear up for the showdown between the Atlanta Braves and the Cincinnati Reds, some key players on the Braves' roster are expected to make significant contributions. Chris Sale, with his impressive ERA of 2.35, is likely to put up a strong performance on the mound, potentially racking up strikeouts and keeping the Reds' hitters off balance. At the plate, keep an eye on Marcell Ozuna, whose slugging percentage has been a highlight this season. He could be pivotal in driving in runs and possibly smashing a crucial home run. Also, Matt Olson, with his consistent power-hitting ability, might just turn the game with a timely extra-base hit.
Turning our attention to the Cincinnati Reds, they're not without their own game-changers. Jonathan India, known for his ability to get on base, could play a crucial role in setting up scoring opportunities, especially with his knack for drawing walks and scoring runs. Elly De La Cruz, with his blend of power and speed, poses a dual threat whether he's blasting homers or stealing bases. Meanwhile, on the mound, Julian Aguiar, despite a higher ERA this season, could still surprise us by tapping into his potential and navigating through the Braves' lineup with strategic pitching.
Considering the strengths on both sides, this matchup promises to be an exhilarating contest. However, the edge might just go to the Atlanta Braves, given their stronger pitching arsenal led by Chris Sale and a lineup that has shown slightly more consistency at producing runs. The Reds have their work cut out for them and will need to leverage every opportunity to upset the Braves. But for this game, my money is on Atlanta clinching the rubber match with a combination of strategic pitching and timely hitting. What do you think, could the Reds pull an upset, or will the Braves' depth prove too much?
Cincinnati Reds injuries
- Will Benson (CF): Day-To-Day
- Nick Martini (RF): 60-Day-IL
- Hunter Greene (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Ian Gibaut (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Sam Moll (RP): 15-Day-IL
Atlanta Braves injuries
- Ozzie Albies (2B): 10-Day-IL
- Huascar Ynoa (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Reynaldo Lopez (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Austin Riley (3B): 10-Day-IL
- A.J. Minter (RP): 60-Day-IL
Braves vs Reds game info
| Venue |
Great American Ball Park |
| Location |
Cincinnati, Ohio |
| First pitch |
Thu 1:10 PM |
| Temperature |
87° |
| Chance of Rain |
0% |
