Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Cincinnati Reds vs. Los Angeles Angels, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Wednesday, August 23rd 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Reds vs. Angels
The Reds take on the Angels on Wednesday, August 23rd 2023 at Angel Stadium of Anaheim, Anaheim. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Cincinnati Reds (65-61) vs. Los Angeles Angels (61-65)
- Date: Wednesday, August 23rd 2023
- Time: 4:07 ET
- Venue: Angel Stadium of Anaheim, Anaheim
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Cincinnati Reds - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
As the Cincinnati Reds host the Los Angeles Angels, they have a record of 65-61, placing them 3rd in the NL Central. When playing away from home, the Reds have played well posting a record of 34-27.
With an above .500 record against the runline, Cincinnati has been favored 34 times in 126 games played so far. With an average betting line of 9 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 62-64.
Making the start for Cincinnati is Andrew Abbott, with a record of 8-3. Runs have been hard to come by against Andrew Abbott, as he has an ERA of just 2.99. On the season, he has held opposing hitters to a batting average of just .215. So far, Abbott has given up 11 home runs and comes in with a WOBA allowed of .283. With a total of 27 walks, Abbott has a WHIP of 1.12.
Entering today's action, Cincinnati features the 10th-ranked scoring unit, averaging 4.8 runs per game. As a team, the Reds are batting a healthy .249, placing them 13th in the league. So far, the team is the 14th-rated home run hitting team, with a total of 145 deep shots. Cincinnati's offense has done a good job getting on base, ranking 9th with an OBP of .326.
Los Angeles Angels - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
The Los Angeles Angels come into this road contest vs Cincinnati with a below .500 record (61-65). In the AL West division standings, the team ranks 4th. So far, Los Angeles has been tough at Angel Stadium of Anaheim, putting together a mark of 32-31.
Despite being the favorite in 66 of their 126 games, Los Angeles' record against the runline is only 58-68. With an average betting line of 9 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 63-60.
Los Angeles starter Shohei Ohtani takes the mound with an overall record of 10-5. Through 22 appearances, Shohei Ohtani has an ERA of 3.17. Opponents have had a tough time against the right-hander, as they are batting just .179 against him. Opposing hitters have gone deep 18 times against Shohei Ohtani, who has a WOBA allowed of .273. With a total of 54 walks, Ohtani has a WHIP of 1.06.
Los Angeles enters play averaging 4.8 runs per game, placing them 9th in the MLB. The Angels have been able to drive in runs at an above average rate as their team batting average of .250 ranks 12th in the league. In total, the team has hit 187 home runs (3rd), making up for their mediocre batting average. Los Angeles' overall OBP of .322 puts them 13th in the league.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Reds vs. Angels
Heading into today's matchup between Los Angeles and Cincinnati, the Angels are the betting favorite at -173 on the moneyline. Los Angeles' implied win probability sits at 63.37%. The MLB predictive model shows the Angels pitching to carry the team to a win. For aggressive bettors, there is enough of an advantage to take Los Angeles on the runline.
Recommended Betting Pick: Angels -1.5
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