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Cincinnati Reds vs. Milwaukee Brewers: August 17 MLB Preview

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Match Overview

DetailInformation
DateSunday, 17 August 2025
Time1:40 PM ET
VenueGreat American Ball Park, Cincinnati, OH
TeamsCincinnati Reds vs. Milwaukee Brewers
LeagueMajor League Baseball (MLB)

The Cincinnati Reds will host the Milwaukee Brewers at Great American Ball Park on Sunday, August 17, 2025. First pitch is scheduled for 1:40 PM ET. The Brewers are the favourites on the moneyline at 1.74, while the Reds are the underdogs at 2.15. The over/under for the game is set at 9 runs, and the Brewers are the run line favourites (-1.5, 2.20).

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Game Odds & Lines

Bet TypeOdds
MoneylineReds: 2.15 • Brewers: 1.74
Run LineReds +1.5: 1.72 • Brewers -1.5: 2.20
Total Runs (O/U)Over 9: 1.91 • Under 9: 1.91

Starting Pitchers

TeamStarting PitcherRecord / ERA
RedsAndrew Abbott (8–3, 2.41 ERA)
BrewersJosé Quintana (10–4, 3.44 ERA)

Weather & Ballpark Conditions

  • Forecast: Partly cloudy, 78°F
  • Wind: Blowing out to center field at 8 mph
  • Humidity: 60%
  • Ballpark Factor: Slight edge to hitters due to wind direction

Last 5 Games Record

TeamLast 5 Games
RedsW, W, L, W, L
BrewersW, W, W, W, W

Head-to-Head Record

StatValue
2024 Season SeriesReds 3 – 4 Brewers
Last 10 MeetingsBrewers lead 6–4

  • The Brewers are on a 5-game winning streak.
  • The Reds have been competitive at home but are inconsistent against strong pitching.
  • Andrew Abbott allows occasional big innings, while José Quintana has been reliable for the Brewers.
  • The total runs trend suggests a moderately high-scoring game is possible.

  • Moneyline: Brewers @ 1.74
  • Run Line: Brewers -1.5 @ 2.20
  • Total Runs: Under 9 @ 1.91

Cincinnati Reds vs. Milwaukee Brewers Predicted Outcome

The Brewers enter the game with momentum and strong pitching, giving them a slight edge over the Reds. Cincinnati’s Abbott will keep it close early, but Quintana’s consistency is likely to secure the win. Expected final score: Brewers 5, Reds 4.

Sources: https://www.oddsshark.com/nba/, https://www.cbssports.com/nba, https://www.foxsports.com/articles/nba/, https://www.mybookie.ag/sportsbook/

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