On September 12, 2024, at 1:15 PM, the Cincinnati Reds are set to battle the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium under overcast skies. Leading the charge for the Reds will be pitcher Jakob Junis, who enters the game with an impressive 2.824 ERA. His counterpart, Sonny Gray of the Cardinals, will take the mound with a 3.841 ERA.
In the race for the 2024 NL Central Division, the Reds are currently 11th with a record of 71-76, reflecting a .48 winning percentage and rating fourth in divisional matchups. They have achieved 7 wins in their recent 10 outings, though come off a recent loss. Comparatively, the Cardinals, who sit in 9th place, boast a slightly better standing with a 73-72 record and a .50 winning percentage. They are third in the division and have won 6 of their last 10 games, enjoying a current win streak.
As regards betting odds for this game, the point spread is set at -1.5 in favor of the Cardinals. The over/under for total runs scored in the game is pegged at 7.5. The moneyline presents the Reds as underdogs at +143, and the Cardinals as favorites at -168. Bettors might find these odds appealing, especially with the close match-ups and recent forms of both teams, suggesting a potentially tight contest.