The Colorado Rockies will clash with the Cincinnati Reds on July 8, 2024, at Great American Ball Park, commencing at 7:10 PM under partly cloudy skies. The pitching duel features Colorado’s Ryan Feltner, who carries an ERA of 5.596, against Cincinnati’s Andrew Abbott, with a more formidable ERA of 3.281.

Currently, in the NL West Division standings, the Rockies hold 14th place with a 32-58 record, reflecting a .36 winning percentage and a divisional matchup record of 10 wins to 17 losses. Despite a rough stretch, they have managed 5 wins in their last 10 games but are coming off a recent loss. The Rockies have a 20-27 home record versus a 12-31 away disparity, with their performances slightly better during night games with 20 wins.

The Reds sit 11th in the NL Central with a 42-48 record, marking a .47 winning rate. Positioned 4th within their division after managing 12 wins against 14 losses, their form mirrors a struggle similar to the Rockies’, with a balance of 20 home wins to 26 losses and an even 22-22 record on the road. They have also won 5 of their last 10 games but are on a three-game losing streak.

As for the game odds, they suggest a slight tilt towards the Reds. Although the point spread is set at -1.5 towards Cincinnati, indicating their favoritism, the over/under for the game stands at 9.5. Betting odds show the Away Team (Rockies) with a money line of +154, implying a lesser likelihood of a win, compared to the Home Team (Reds) at -182, denoting a higher probability of clinching victory. These odds reflect the expected tight competition, with the Reds tipped to edge out based on their relatively better form and home advantage.