Cincinnati Reds vs Milwaukee Brewers Betting Pick & Prediction for Game on 7/1

MLB game preview

The Cincinnati Reds and the Milwaukee Brewers meet in an MLB regular season game. The game will take place at American Family Field in Milwaukee, WI. The Reds have a record of 39-45, while the Brewers hold a strong 52-31 record. The game is scheduled for Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 8:10 PM and will be broadcast on ESPN.

The Reds are led by manager Terry Francona and have been struggling recently with a three-game losing streak. Their road record stands at 20-23. Meanwhile, the Brewers, managed by Pat Murphy, are on a two-game winning streak and have a solid home record of 28-17. Probable starting pitchers are Andrew Abbott for the Reds and Shane Drohan for the Brewers.

Cincinnati Reds Team Preview

The Cincinnati Reds have had a challenging run in their recent games. They lost three out of their last four, including two defeats against the Milwaukee Brewers. Their lone win came against the Pittsburgh Pirates on June 27th, with a 9-7 score.

On the offensive side, Sal Stewart and Elly De La Cruz have been key contributors. Stewart leads the team with 16 home runs and 59 RBIs. De La Cruz has a .270 batting average and has hit 13 home runs this season.

The Reds’ pitching staff will rely on Andrew Abbott in the upcoming game. Abbott holds a 5-4 record with a 3.90 ERA in the 2026 season. The team will need a strong performance from him to navigate through the Brewers’ lineup effectively.

Reds vs Brewers Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Cincinnati Reds vs. Milwaukee Brewers
  • Venue: American Family Field, Milwaukee, WI
  • Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Reds Moneyline +140, Brewers Moneyline -167

Milwaukee Brewers Team Preview

The Milwaukee Brewers have had a solid performance in their recent games. On June 30th, they won against the Cincinnati Reds with a score of 7-2. Jake Bauers led the team with three hits and a home run, while Brandon Sproat pitched over five innings, allowing only two earned runs.

In their game on June 29th, the Brewers defeated the Reds again, this time 5-3. Robert Gasser pitched nearly six innings, giving up three earned runs. Joey Ortiz and Brice Turang both contributed with home runs, helping to secure the win.

The Brewers’ recent batting stats show a team capable of producing runs. They have a batting average of .255, ranking fifth in the league. Their on-base percentage is even better, ranking second at .336, which has helped them win key games.

BTB Betting Pick

The Brewers are favored with a moneyline of -167 against the Reds at +140. The Brewers’ strong pitching, ranked 2nd in ERA, gives them an edge. The Reds’ batting average is lower, ranked 19th. The projected score is Brewers 5, Reds 3. The recommendation is to pick the Brewers to win straight up.

The total for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The Brewers’ pitching limits opponents, allowing the fewest home runs. The Reds have a higher ERA, ranked 24th, which might allow more runs. The projected total is 8 runs. The recommendation is to take the under 8.5.