![](https://betohiosports.com/wp-content/uploads/72207MLBOhio.jpg)
The Cincinnati Reds are set to battle the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on July 21, 2024, with first pitch scheduled for 1:35 PM. Weather forecasts predict scattered clouds for the day. Andrew Abbott will take the mound for the Reds, holding a 3.386 ERA, while Jake Irvin will pitch for the Nationals, recording a 3.491 ERA. In the 2024 standings of the NL Central Division, the Reds are currently 10th with a 47-52 record and a .47 winning percentage. They have 12 divisional wins against 14 losses, ranking 4th. Over the last 10 games, the Reds have clinched 5 victories, although they are currently on a three-game losing streak. At home, they have 25 wins versus 28 losses, and their road record stands at 22-24. They perform slightly better in night games with 29 victories compared to 18 daytime wins. The Reds have scored a total of 441 runs and allowed 407. The Nationals are positioned 13th in the NL East Division with a 46-53 record and a .46 winning percentage. They are also 4th in their division with 16 wins to 15 losses. Recently, the Nationals have been slightly better, securing 4 wins in their last 10 games and are currently on a two-game winning streak. Their home record is 22-24 and they are 24-29 in away games. The Nationals have won more during the day, securing 24 victories, compared to 22 in night games. They have scored 415 runs while conceding 449. As for the betting odds, the point spread is set at 1.5, the over/under is pegged at 9.0, and the money lines are at -103 for the Reds and -115 for the Nationals. These odds suggest a close match-up, likely providing an edge to the Nationals at home, but with very competitive lines reflecting the closely matched seasonal performance of the two teams.