Cincinnati Reds vs Milwaukee Brewers Betting Pick & Prediction for 7/2

MLB game preview

The Cincinnati Reds will visit the Milwaukee Brewers for an MLB regular season game. The Reds come into the game with a 39-46 record and are fifth in the NL Central. They have struggled recently, losing their last four games and going 3-7 in their last 10. The game will take place at American Family Field in Milwaukee, where the weather is expected to be very hot with overcast clouds.

The Brewers, on the other hand, have been playing well. They have a 53-31 record and are first in the NL Central. They are on a three-game winning streak and have gone 8-2 in their last 10 games. The game will be an afternoon affair, set to start at 2:10 PM, and will be broadcast on WSTR. The probable starting pitchers are Chase Burns for the Reds and Jacob Misiorowski for the Brewers.

Cincinnati Reds Team Preview

The Cincinnati Reds have had a tough stretch in recent games, losing four out of their last five. Their only win came against the Pittsburgh Pirates on June 27th, where they secured a 9-7 victory. However, the team has struggled against the Milwaukee Brewers, dropping three consecutive games.

Despite these losses, some Reds players have shown strong performances. Sal Stewart has been a key player, hitting .257 with 16 home runs and 59 RBIs. Elly De La Cruz has also contributed with a .274 average and 13 home runs, showcasing his ability at the plate.

The Reds’ pitching has faced challenges, with an earned run average of 4.63, ranking 23rd in the league. Chase Burns will be the probable starting pitcher for their next game, boasting a 9-1 record with a 2.36 ERA. The team will look to turn things around with a solid performance on the mound and at the plate.

Reds vs Brewers Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Cincinnati Reds vs. Milwaukee Brewers
  • Venue: American Family Field in Milwaukee, WI
  • Date: Thursday, July 2, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Reds Moneyline +164, Brewers Moneyline -197

Milwaukee Brewers Team Preview

The Milwaukee Brewers have had a strong recent run at home. They won their last three games against the Cincinnati Reds. In these games, the Brewers showed consistency with their hitting and pitching.

In the most recent win against the Reds, Garrett Mitchell led with four hits. The team had eight hits in total, with five being extra-base hits. Shane Drohan pitched well, allowing only two earned runs over 5 2/3 innings.

The Brewers’ hitting stats are impressive this season. They rank 4th in batting average and 3rd in on-base percentage. Their pitching has been even better, with the second-best ERA in the league.

BTB Betting Pick

The Brewers are favored with a moneyline of -197. They have a strong pitching staff with a 3.38 ERA, ranked second, and a batting average against of .218, also second. With their strong pitching and better hitting stats, the Brewers are the pick to win, with a projected score of Brewers 4, Reds 2.

The total for the game is set at 6.5. The Reds have a higher ERA of 4.63, ranked 23rd, which may lead to more runs. Considering both teams’ pitching and hitting stats, the game is likely to go over the total of 6.5. The projected total score is 6, close to the line, but the over is the pick.