On September 6, 2024, baseball fans will witness a compelling matchup between the Cincinnati Reds and the New York Mets at Citi Field starting at 7:10 PM under overcast skies. Fernando Cruz, with an ERA of 4.994, will helm the pitching duties for the Reds. In contrast, Sean Manaea, boasting an ERA of 3.345, will represent the Mets as starting pitcher.

The Reds, currently 11th in the NL Central Division with a record of 68-73 (.480 winning percentage), have a mixed divisional record of 20-23, ranking 4th. Their recent track record shows 5 wins in the last 10 games, including a 4-game winning streak. Their home and road records stand at 36-39 and 32-34 respectively, with distinct performances of 24 wins in daytime games versus 44 in nighttime encounters. Overall, the team has scored 634 runs while conceding 613.

On the other hand, the Mets are holding 6th place in the NL East Division with a solid 76-64 record (.540 winning percentage), and a division performance of 22-17, positioning them 2nd. They have a strong momentum with 8 wins in their last 10 appearances and an ongoing 7-game win streak. The Mets showcase a balanced 38-33 home record and an impressive 38-31 on the road. Their scoring tally is impressive at 670, with a defensive record of 616 runs surrendered.

Looking at the betting odds, there’s a notable edge for the Mets. The Point Spread is set at -1.5, favoring the Mets who also lead with a Home Team Money Line of -181, reflecting their stronger overall season performance and current form. The Over/Under for the game is pegged at 7.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring game. For those betting on the Reds, the Away Team Money Line stands at +150, offering a favorable return for a potential upset against the favored Mets.