Baltimore Orioles vs Cincinnati Reds Betting Pick & Prediction for 7/5

MLB game preview

The Baltimore Orioles will visit the Cincinnati Reds in an MLB regular season game. The game takes place at the Great American Ball Park. It is set for Sunday, July 5, 2026, at 1:05 PM.

The Orioles are on a three-game winning streak. They hold a record of 42-48. The Reds have lost their last two games and have a record of 40-48. Kyle Bradish will start for the Orioles, while Nick Lodolo will take the mound for the Reds. The weather forecast predicts moderate rain with a mild day and calm winds.

Baltimore Orioles Team Preview

The Baltimore Orioles are looking strong in their recent games. They have won their last three outings. Their last win was against the Cincinnati Reds, where they scored 8 runs on 10 hits.

The Orioles’ batting has been solid this season. Pete Alonso leads the team with 19 home runs and a .254 average. Samuel Basallo and Adley Rutschman also contribute with their power and consistency.

On the mound, Kyle Bradish will be the starting pitcher for the Orioles. He has a 3.77 ERA this season and has struck out 96 batters. His performance will be crucial for the Orioles in their next game.

Orioles vs Reds Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Baltimore Orioles vs. Cincinnati Reds
  • Venue: Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati, OH
  • Date: Sunday, July 5, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Orioles Moneyline -109, Reds Moneyline -111

Cincinnati Reds Team Preview

The Cincinnati Reds are looking to improve their performance at home after recent losses. They faced the Baltimore Orioles and dropped two games, losing 8-5 and 3-0. Despite these setbacks, their lineup managed to get multiple hits, with Elly De La Cruz and Sal Stewart contributing in the July 4th game.

In the season, the Reds have shown moderate power with 106 home runs, ranking 10th in the league. Their batting average is .228, placing them 19th. The team has been consistent in drawing walks, ranking 8th with 331 walks this season.

On the mound, the Reds’ pitching staff has struggled with a 4.61 ERA, ranked 23rd. Nick Lodolo will start the next game against the Orioles. He has a 5.05 ERA and will aim to help the team get back to winning ways.

BTB Betting Pick

The game between the Orioles and the Reds is expected to be close. The Orioles have a slightly better batting average and on-base percentage. The moneyline odds are nearly even, but the Orioles at -109 offer a slight edge. With the Reds’ higher ERA and home runs given up, the Orioles are the pick to win straight up.

The total for the game is set at 9.5 runs. The Orioles and Reds have similar slugging percentages, but the Reds have given up more home runs this season. With both teams’ pitching ranks not in the top ten, an over 9.5 (-110) is the recommended pick. The projected score is Orioles 6, Reds 5.