Washington Nationals vs Cincinnati Reds Betting Pick & Prediction for 5/13

MLB game preview

The Washington Nationals will play against the Cincinnati Reds at the Great American Ball Park. The Nationals have a record of 20-22 and are ranked second in their division. They come into this game with a recent win and a 5-5 record over their last ten games.

The Cincinnati Reds have a record of 22-20, placing them fifth in their division. They are currently on a losing streak, having won only two of their last ten games. The game is set for Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 6:40 PM, and will be broadcast on NATS.

Washington Nationals Team Preview

The Washington Nationals recently showed strong hitting against the Cincinnati Reds. They scored 10 runs with 13 hits, including six home runs. Daylen Lile and Luis García Jr. each hit two home runs in the game.

In the loss against the Miami Marlins on May 10th, the Nationals managed six hits. Luis García Jr. and Daylen Lile contributed with extra-base hits. However, they could not score enough runs to overcome the Marlins.

The Nationals’ pitching has been a challenge this season. Jake Irvin, their probable starter, has a 5.22 ERA with 41 strikeouts. The team will need a solid performance from him to secure a win against the Reds.

Nationals vs Reds Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Washington Nationals vs. Cincinnati Reds
  • Venue: Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati, OH
  • Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Nationals Moneyline +136, Reds Moneyline -162

Cincinnati Reds Team Preview

The Cincinnati Reds have had mixed results in their recent games. In their latest outing against the Nationals, they lost 10-4. Brady Singer, the starting pitcher, struggled, allowing six hits and three home runs in just under four innings.

In a brighter moment, the Reds secured a 5-0 win against the Astros on May 10th. Andrew Abbott was the standout, pitching six scoreless innings with five strikeouts. The Reds’ offense saw contributions from JJ Bleday and Spencer Steer, with Steer hitting a home run.

The Reds’ batting average this season is .220, ranking 21st in the league. They have hit 53 home runs, placing them 4th in that category. Elly De La Cruz leads the team with a .292 average and ten home runs, making him a key player for the Reds’ lineup.

BTB Betting Pick

The Reds have the upper hand with a moneyline of -162. Their batting stats show a stronger performance compared to the Nationals, with a higher slugging percentage and more doubles. The Reds’ pitching also ranks slightly better in ERA, making them a safe pick to win. The projected score is Reds 5, Nationals 4.

The total runs line is set at 9.0. Both teams have struggled with their pitching, ranking in the bottom third for ERA. This suggests a game with more runs. The recommendation is to take the over at 9.0 (-115) as both teams could combine for more than nine runs.