Philadelphia Phillies vs Cincinnati Reds Betting Pick & Prediction for 7/7

MLB game preview

The Philadelphia Phillies will take on the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. The Phillies come into the game with a record of 50-41, sitting second in the NL East. They are looking to end a two-game losing streak.

The Reds have a record of 41-48 and are fifth in the NL Central. They recently secured a win and aim to build on that momentum. The game is scheduled for Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 7:10 PM, and will be broadcast on NBC.

Philadelphia Phillies Team Preview

The Philadelphia Phillies have had a mixed run recently. They suffered a tough loss against the Kansas City Royals on July 6th, where they fell 15-1. Cristopher Sánchez struggled on the mound, giving up nine earned runs in just over three innings. Despite getting ten hits, the Phillies couldn’t convert them into runs.

In their previous game on July 5th, the Phillies lost 5-2 to the Royals. Aaron Nola pitched well, allowing three earned runs over seven innings and striking out seven batters. Bryson Stott was a bright spot, scoring both runs for the team with two hits, including a triple.

However, the Phillies had a strong performance on July 4th, winning 6-1 against the Royals. Jesús Luzardo was impressive, pitching six innings with nine strikeouts and just one earned run. The team hit three home runs, showcasing some power at the plate, with contributions from Alec Bohm and Gabriel Rincones Jr.

Phillies vs Reds Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Philadelphia Phillies vs. Cincinnati Reds
  • Venue: Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati, OH
  • Date: Tuesday, July 7, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Phillies Moneyline -167, Reds Moneyline +140, Phillies Runline -1.5 (-101), Reds Runline +1.5 (-120), Total Over 8.5 (-113), Total Under 8.5 (-107)

Cincinnati Reds Team Preview

The Cincinnati Reds are looking to improve their performance at home. In the last game against the Orioles, they won 3-2. Nick Lodolo pitched well, allowing only one earned run in six innings.

In the past five games, the Reds have shown mixed results. They have two wins and three losses. Their batting average for the season is .228, placing them 20th in the league.

Sal Stewart is a key player for the Reds. He leads the team with 17 home runs and 61 RBIs. Elly De La Cruz also contributes with a batting average of .272 and 13 home runs.

BTB Betting Pick

The Phillies are favored with a moneyline of -167 against the Reds, who are at +140. The Phillies have a stronger batting lineup, ranking 5th in home runs. Their pitching also ranks higher in strikeouts. The Phillies are projected to win with a score of 5-4, making them the recommended pick.

The total for the game is set at 8.5 runs, with the over at -113 and the under at -107. Both teams have had challenges with their pitching, with the Reds having a higher ERA. The projected total score is 9 runs, so the recommendation is to take the over.