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Yankees vs Reds

Bronx Bombers look to keep bats booming in Cincy

New York Yankees

Yankees (45-33) VS Reds (41-38)

25 Jun 2025 | 7:10 p.m. ET | Great American Ball Park

Cincinnati Reds
Moneyline Pick - New York Yankees (-210): Grade B

The New York Yankees stay in Cincinnati looking to avoid a season series sweep with a roster that, despite some injury setbacks, still outclasses a Reds lineup battling depth issues. New York’s starting pitcher brings a strong track record into a favourable matchup, while Cincinnati counters with a high-velocity arm that’s been inconsistent against elite lineups. The Yankees’ bullpen—particularly its late-inning core—has been nearly flawless in recent save situations, and that advantage could prove critical in what’s expected to be a tightly contested series opener.

This prediction leans toward New York on the moneyline, as their rotation depth, bullpen strength, and lineup stability outweigh Cincinnati’s current form and injury concerns. Even though the payout isn’t huge, the combination of experience, health, and postseason urgency makes the road favourite a smart pick here. With both teams nearing the halfway mark, every edge matters in the Wild Card and Divisional races, and the Yankees appear to have more tools in place to capitalize. This prediction gets a B grade. Continue following us for more expert picks and bets.

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Over/Under Pick - Over 9.5, (-110): B+

Wednesday’s matchup between the New York Yankees and Cincinnati Reds features two clubs heading in opposite directions but both chasing postseason relevance at the midpoint of the season. The Yankees arrive on a two-game losing streak but with their offence heating up, while the Reds have won three straight and continue to produce runs with speed and situational hitting. New York’s starter returns after skipping a turn in the rotation and has historically struggled at Great American Ball Park. Cincinnati counters with a right-hander whose track record against right-handed power bats makes early bullpen usage likely.

All signs point to a high-scoring affair, especially with both bullpens managing recent strain and the stadium’s summer conditions favouring the long ball. Both teams are locked in tight playoff races, which should keep pressure on managers to use arms aggressively, sometimes before they’re settled. With a total that already leans high, this prediction confidently backs the Over as the right bet in a game where scoring chances will come early and often. This prediction gets a B grade. Continue following us for more expert picks and bets.

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Spread Pick - Cincinnati Reds, +1.5 (-115): B+

The Cincinnati Reds enter Wednesday’s clash with urgency and form, having won seven of their last ten contests and are anchored by a bullpen that’s allowed fewer than two earned runs per nine over the past week. New York, on the other hand, comes in reeling after two straight losses and with a rotation stretched thin due to injuries and scheduling changes. The Yankees are sending a reliable arm to the mound to try and avoid a season series sweep, while the Reds hand the ball to a starter who has already quieted this lineup in previous meetings. With both teams nearing the halfway mark, playoff implications now colour every inning.

This prediction leans toward Cincinnati covering the +1.5 run line. Their balanced offensive approach, anchored by speed at the top of the order, gives them the tools to apply pressure to a Yankees defence vulnerable to stolen bases. Combined with strong recent bullpen form and New York’s recent struggles, the Reds are well-positioned to keep things close or even pull off the upset outright. It’s a smart bet with value on the home team in a tightly contested matchup. This prediction gets a B grade. Continue following us for more expert picks and bets.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 25/06/2025 09:52

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