Looking for today’s Cincinnati Reds vs. Athletics betting splits and odds? Below you’ll find the latest DraftKings Sportsbook Moneyline, Run Line and total betting percentages, plus where the public and sharp money are landing before first pitch.
Reds vs. Athletics Odds
| Market | Reds (Home) | Athletics (Away) |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -133 | +125 |
| Run Line | -1.5 (+139) | +1.5 (-168) |
| Total | Over 9.5 (-115) | Under 9.5 (-105) |
Cincinnati is a modest home favorite at -133, with the total set at O/U 9.5. Rhett Lowder (3-7, 5.42 ERA) takes the mound for the Reds against Jacob Lopez (5-4, 5.79 ERA), a matchup between two starters with elevated ERAs that supports the high total.
DraftKings Betting Splits
| Market | Side | Bets % | Handle % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Reds | 75% | 22% |
| Moneyline | Athletics | 25% | 78% |
| Run Line | Reds -1.5 | 35% | 2% |
| Run Line | Athletics +1.5 | 65% | 98% |
| Total | Over 9.5 | 35% | 9% |
| Total | Under 9.5 | 65% | 91% |
Public Betting Trends
Sharp money is overwhelmingly siding with the Athletics across every market. The Moneyline shows a massive 53-point handle-vs-bets gap favoring the Athletics (78% handle on just 25% of tickets), while the Run Line is even more dramatic with 98% of handle backing Athletics +1.5 despite only 65% of bets. The Under 9.5 also attracts sharp action with 91% of the handle on 65% of tickets.
Reds vs. Athletics Stats
Starting Pitcher Stats
| Stat | Rhett Lowder (CIN) | Jacob Lopez (ATH) |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 3-7 | 5-4 |
| ERA | 5.42 | 5.79 |
| WHIP | 1.518 | 1.671 |
| FIP | 4.46 | 5.51 |
| xFIP | 4.75 | 5.66 |
| WAR | 1.07 | 0.10 |
| K% | 18.6% | 18.7% |
| BB% | 9.6% | 12.9% |
| HR/9 | 1.08 | 1.54 |
Team Pitching Stats
| Stat | Reds | Athletics |
|---|---|---|
| ERA | 4.43 | 5.42 |
| WHIP | 1.410 | 1.498 |
| K/9 | 8.12 | 8.61 |
| K/BB | 1.88 | 2.12 |
| OBA | .245 | .268 |
Team Batting Stats
| Stat | Reds | Athletics |
|---|---|---|
| AVG | .230 | .245 |
| OBP | .310 | .320 |
| SLG | .397 | .400 |
| ISO | .167 | .155 |
| OPS | .707 | .720 |
| K% | 25.2% | 22.7% |
Key Matchup Numbers
- Home Split Leader: Elly De La Cruz leads Cincinnati at home with a .953 OPS, .312 average and 10 home runs, making him the most dangerous bat in this lineup against Lopez’s 1.54 HR/9 rate.
- Road Split Leader: Carlos Cortes paces the Athletics on the road with an .829 OPS and .287 average, while Tyler Soderstrom has six road home runs despite a .233 average.
- Pitcher Prop Edge: Jacob Lopez Strikeouts Thrown is set at O/U 5.5 (+110/-140), and he carries a 12.9% walk rate that could limit his ability to go deep enough to rack up punchouts.
- Athletics Injury Impact: The Athletics are without Brent Rooker (D60, knee), Shea Langeliers (D10, knee) and Zack Gelof (D10, knee), stripping three regular starters from the lineup. Luis Severino and Jeffrey Springs are also on the IL, thinning the rotation.
- Athletics Skid: The Athletics have lost six straight and gone 1-9 in their last 10 games, while Cincinnati enters on a two-game winning streak and a 6-4 mark over its last 10.
DraftKings Player Props
- Jacob Lopez Strikeouts Thrown O/U 5.5 (+110 / -140)
- Rhett Lowder Outs O/U 16.5 (-118 / -113)
- Rhett Lowder Earned Runs Allowed O/U 2.5 (-116 / -114)
- Elly De La Cruz Total Bases O/U 1.5 (+104 / -137)
- Jacob Wilson Hits O/U 1.5 (+162 / -218)
- Tyler Soderstrom Hits O/U 0.5 (-226 / +167)
- Matt McLain Hits O/U 0.5 (-138 / +104)
- Jonah Heim Total Bases O/U 1.5 (+131 / -174)
DraftKings Featured Parlays
On Deck (+1101)
These players look to record a hit in Wednesday’s action:
- Mike Trout 1+ Hit
- Pete Alonso 1+ Hit
- Elly De La Cruz 1+ Hit
- Lawrence Butler 1+ Hit
- Matt Olson 1+ Hit
- Jo Adell 1+ Hit
- Michael Harris 1+ Hit
Donut Delivery (+1312)
Take these matchups to have zero runs scored in the 1st inning on Wednesday:
- LAA @ BAL: No Runs 1st Inning
- ATH @ CIN: No Runs 1st Inning
- NYM @ CLE: No Runs 1st Inning
- WAS @ PHI: No Runs 1st Inning
Base Chaos (+1963)
Bet these stars to be active on the base path and tally 2+ total bases:
- Mike Trout 2+ Total Bases
- Gunnar Henderson 2+ Total Bases
- Elly De La Cruz 2+ Total Bases
- Francisco Lindor 2+ Total Bases
High Five (+704)
Wager on these pitchers to paint the corners and tally 5+ strikeouts:
- Jacob Lopez 5+ Strikeouts
- Rhett Lowder 5+ Strikeouts
- Christian Scott 5+ Strikeouts
- Tanner Bibee 5+ Strikeouts
Clutch Cargo (+1611)
These sluggers look to drive in runs on Wednesday:
- Sal Stewart 1+ RBI
- Jo Adell 1+ RBI
- Bo Bichette 1+ RBI
Betting Splits Summary
| Metric | Reds / Over | Athletics / Under |
|---|---|---|
| ML Handle | 22% | 78% |
| ML Bets | 75% | 25% |
| RL Handle | 2% | 98% |
| RL Bets | 35% | 65% |
| Total Handle | 9% | 91% |
| Total Bets | 35% | 65% |
FAQs
What are MLB betting splits?
Betting splits show how the public is wagering on a game by breaking down the percentage of total bets (tickets) and total money (handle) on each side of a market. They help identify which side recreational bettors favor versus where larger, potentially sharper money is landing.
What is the difference between bets and handle?
Bets refer to the number of individual tickets placed, while handle represents the total dollar amount wagered. A side with low bet percentage but high handle percentage suggests fewer bettors placing larger wagers, often interpreted as sharp or professional action.
How do betting splits identify sharp money?
Sharp money refers to wagers placed by professional or highly informed bettors. It is typically identified through handle-vs-bet discrepancies: when a side draws a disproportionate share of money relative to its ticket count, sharps are likely involved.
Should you follow betting splits?
Splits are one tool among many. They are most useful when a clear divergence exists between public tickets and money handle, suggesting professional disagreement with the recreational consensus. They work best combined with line movement analysis and matchup context.
How often do DraftKings betting splits update?
DraftKings betting splits update approximately every two minutes, providing near real-time insight into how the market is moving as game time approaches.
What is the best bet for Reds vs. Athletics?
Sharp money is heavily backing the Athletics Moneyline at +125, with 78% of handle on just 25% of tickets. The Athletics +1.5 Run Line draws an even more extreme 98% of handle, suggesting professional bettors see value on the underdog. The Under 9.5 also shows sharp lean with 91% of handle, making Athletics ML and Under 9.5 the sharpest plays on the board.
