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MLB · 2026-08-22

Cincinnati Reds vs Arizona Diamondbacks

Chase Field

Cincinnati Reds
61-68
VS
Arizona Diamondbacks
68-61
56%
Cincinnati Reds win probability · +158
Tale of the tape
56%Win probability44%
0.473Win %0.527
-98Run differential+13
Lean+158 · DraftKings
Cincinnati Reds to win
Our model makes Cincinnati Reds 56% to win, but the price only implies 39% — that 17-point gap is where the value is.

The model lands on Cincinnati Reds here, giving them a 56% chance to come out on top against Arizona Diamondbacks. A modest 56% lean — fine as a small play or a parlay leg. Pitching matchup: Michael Soroka (2.93 ERA) vs Rhett Lowder (5.17 ERA).

Why we lean this way

  • Form & record: Arizona Diamondbacks sit 68-61 (0.527), Cincinnati Reds 61-68 (0.473).
  • Last 10: Arizona Diamondbacks 5-5 (W2), Cincinnati Reds 4-6 (L2). Hot streaks move these lines fast.
  • Run differential: Arizona Diamondbacks +13, Cincinnati Reds -98 on the year — the most honest measure of how good a team actually is, beyond their record.
  • On the mound: Arizona Diamondbacks hand the ball to Michael Soroka; Cincinnati Reds counter with Rhett Lowder. Starting pitching swings a baseball game more than any other factor.
  • Home field: worth about +3.5% to Arizona Diamondbacks in our model.

The verdict

Bottom line: Cincinnati Reds to win is a slight lean. Treat it like a 56% spot — not a sure thing, because there is no such thing. Size it sensibly and enjoy the game.

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