Away Team
Record 51-41
Last 5 2-3 last five
ATS 46-44 ATS
Road 26-20 road
Standings
MLB GAME PREVIEW
Schedule
First Pitch Countdown
1:13:10
Start Time 7:11 PM EST
Date July 08, 2026
Venue Great American Ball Park
Where To Watch ESPN
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Season Series Philadelphia leads 1-0.

Philadelphia owns the stronger record and series edge, but Cincinnati counters with Chase Burns and home underdog value after a 4-1 opener that raised urgency on both sides tonight.

Home Team
Record 41-49
Last 5 2-3 last five
ATS 41-48 ATS
Home 20-25 home
Analysis Updated: 6:19 AM ET
Injuries Checked: 6:19 AM ET
Odds Updated: 5:50 PM ET

Betting Snapshot

Spread
CIN -1.5
Open: CIN -1.5
Market Steady

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Moneyline
CIN -144
Open: CIN -137
Favorite Taking Support

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Total
8.5
Open: 9
Total Dropping

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Best Free Prop Pick

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Gabriel Rincones Over 0.5 Hits+Runs+RBI
Burns' strikeout form directly attacks Philadelphia's swing-and-miss pockets. Schwarber's power surge raises RBI and total-base paths quickly. Cincinnati's weak contact profile supports unders on volatile hitters.

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Best Home Spread
FanDuel | CIN -1.5
Best Home Moneyline
BetOnline.ag | CIN -135
Best Over Line
DraftKings | 8.5
Best Away Spread
FanDuel | PHI +1.5
Best Away Moneyline
BetOnline.ag | PHI +122
Best Under Line
FanDuel | 9
Updated 5:50 PM ET
Sportsbook Spread Moneyline Total
FanDuelPHI +1.5
CIN -1.5
PHI +120
CIN -142
O 9
U 9
DraftKingsPHI +1.5
CIN -1.5
PHI +119
CIN -144
O 8.5
U 8.5
BetMGMPHI +1.5
CIN -1.5
PHI +118
CIN -145
O 8.5
U 8.5
BetRiversPHI +1.5
CIN -1.5
PHI +112
CIN -139
O 8.5
U 8.5
FanaticsPHI +1.5
CIN -1.5
PHI +120
CIN -145
O 8.5
U 8.5
BovadaPHI +1.5
CIN -1.5
PHI +121
CIN -144
O 8.5
U 8.5
BetOnline.agPHI +1.5
CIN -1.5
PHI +122
CIN -135
O 8.5
U 8.5
LowVig.agPHI +1.5
CIN -1.5
PHI +122
CIN -135
O 8.5
U 8.5
MyBookie.agPHI +1.5
CIN -1.5
PHI +120
CIN -141
O 8.5
U 8.5
BetUSPHI +1.5
CIN -1.5
PHI +122
CIN -135
O 8.5
U 8.5
CaesarsPHI +1.5
CIN -1.5
PHI +118
CIN -140
O 8.5
U 8.5

Injury Report

Philadelphia's main active pitching note is Brad Keller's forearm tendinitis, with his return window listed around July 8. Cincinnati remains without Ke'Bryan Hayes because of a lumbar disc issue and Graham Ashcraft because of an elbow injury. Those absences matter more for Reds depth than the projected Burns start.

Key Players

Philadelphia
Kyle Schwarber
Schwarber entered off an MLB-leading 31st homer in Tuesday's opener.
Cincinnati
Chase Burns
Burns is listed 10-1 with a 2.40 ERA and 116 strikeouts.

Key Matchup Edge

Cincinnati's clearest edge is Burns' swing-and-miss ceiling against a Phillies lineup that can be power-heavy but streaky. Philadelphia's counter is lineup depth and a pitching staff leading MLB in strikeout rate, so the best betting hinge is whether Burns can avoid one damaging inning.

3 Things to Watch

  • Burns' strikeout ceiling versus Phillies power
  • Schwarber power leverage in tight counts
  • Reds bullpen stress after early traffic

Betting Breakdown

Philadelphia enters with the cleaner full-season profile, a 51-41 record, and a 26-20 road mark, but this is not a simple favorite spot. Cincinnati's season has been uneven at 41-49, yet Burns changes the shape of the matchup because his strikeout rate can mute Philadelphia's power before the bullpens get involved. Tuesday's 4-1 Phillies win showed the gap in execution: Philadelphia produced timely damage, struck out 18 Reds hitters, and protected the late innings. The betting question is whether that carries over against a different starter. Cincinnati's offense ranks near the bottom of several contact categories, which puts pressure on Elly De La Cruz and the top of the order to create speed-based traffic. If Burns is efficient, Cincinnati can hang inside the number. If Philadelphia forces early pitch stress, its lineup depth and bullpen leverage become the stronger side.

Philadelphia Betting Outlook

Philadelphia's betting case starts with the steadier season profile and a pitching staff that has missed bats better than anyone in the league. The Phillies are not scorching offensively, but Schwarber's power gives them instant run-line pressure and Trea Turner's on-base speed can force Cincinnati into uncomfortable defensive spots. The caution is pricing. Philadelphia has been profitable enough overall ATS, but its road cover rate is thinner, and a matchup against Burns lowers the margin for error. They need disciplined at-bats early, because driving up Burns' pitch count is the cleanest path to exposing Cincinnati's weaker relief layer.

Cincinnati Betting Outlook

Cincinnati needs Burns to turn this into a lower-scoring, starter-driven game. The Reds' offense has not provided much cushion, ranking near the bottom in batting average and hits, so their path is more about run prevention than slugging back and forth. At home, their ATS profile is more playable than the overall record suggests, particularly as underdogs when the market gives them a cushion. The concern is bullpen exposure after Burns exits, especially if Philadelphia makes him work early. Cincinnati also needs cleaner traffic from the top of the order, because one-run rallies will not be enough if Schwarber gets another leverage swing.

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Philadelphia Phillies vs Cincinnati Reds FAQ

What is the current spread for Philadelphia Phillies vs Cincinnati Reds?

The current home spread is CIN -1.5, while the away spread is PHI +1.5.

How far has the spread moved for Philadelphia Phillies vs Cincinnati Reds?

The spread opened at CIN -1.5 and is now CIN -1.5.

What is the current moneyline for Philadelphia Phillies vs Cincinnati Reds?

The current moneyline is PHI +119 / CIN -144.

How far has the moneyline moved for Philadelphia Phillies vs Cincinnati Reds?

The moneyline opened at PHI +114 / CIN -137 and is now PHI +119 / CIN -144.

What is the current total for Philadelphia Phillies vs Cincinnati Reds?

The current total is 8.5.

How far has the total moved for Philadelphia Phillies vs Cincinnati Reds?

The total opened at 9 and is now 8.5.

Is the market taking the underdog in Philadelphia Phillies vs Cincinnati Reds?

Current market signal: Market Steady.

Is the market taking the favorite in Philadelphia Phillies vs Cincinnati Reds?

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Is the total dropping for Philadelphia Phillies vs Cincinnati Reds?

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What is the best free prop bet for Philadelphia Phillies vs Cincinnati Reds?

Gabriel Rincones Over 0.5 Hits+Runs+RBI

What is the biggest matchup edge for Philadelphia Phillies vs Cincinnati Reds?

Cincinnati's clearest edge is Burns' swing-and-miss ceiling against a Phillies lineup that can be power-heavy but streaky. Philadelphia's counter is lineup depth and a pitching staff leading MLB in strikeout rate, so the best betting hinge is whether Burns can avoid one damaging inning.

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BOS@CHW BOS -110 53.9% 3 WIN
SEA@MIA MIA -118 54.8% 4 WIN
HOU@WAS WAS -115 54.0% 3 WIN
ARI@SD SD -122 54.3% 4 LOSS
NYY@TB TB -106 53.9% 3 LOSS
COL@LAD HUNTER GOODMAN UNDER 0.5 SINGLES 53.4% 3 WIN
PHI@KC PHI -125 54.5% 4 LOSS
PIT@WAS WAS -127 54.9% 3 LOSS
SD@LAD GAVIN SHEETS OVER 0.5 HITS 54.2% 4 WIN
BAL@CIN CIN -123 54.3% 4 LOSS
SF@COL SF -122 54.0% 3 WIN
MIL@ARI GARRETT MITCHELL OVER 0.5 RUNS + RBIS 53.6% 3 LOSS
PHI@KC PHI -133 57.3% 6 WIN
CHW@CLE UNDER 8.5 53.6% 3 WIN
MIL@ARI MIL -131 57.7% 6 WIN
CHW@CLE CLE -128 54.7% 3 WIN
BAL@CIN BAL -107 53.6% 3 WIN
MIL@ARI DAVID HAMILTON OVER 0.5 STRIKEOUTS 55.4% 5 WIN
CHW@CLE UNDER 8.5 54.2% 4 LOSS
SD@LAD OVER 9 54.3% 4 WIN
TB@KC TB -115 53.5% 3 WIN
LAA@SEA ZACH NETO OVER 0.5 RUNS + RBIS 54.3% 4 LOSS
PIT@PHI PHI -131 54.5% 3 WIN
TB@KC TB -116 54.6% 4 WIN
SD@CHC FERNANDO TATIS OVER 1.5 BASES 54.1% 4 LOSS
DET@NYY OVER 7 56.5% 6 WIN
TB@KC TB -115 53.4% 4 WIN
MIA@COL MIA -128 54.1% 4 WIN
WAS@BOS BOS -127 54.3% 3 LOSS
LAA@SEA JOSE SORIANO OVER 4.5 HITS ALLOWED 53.4% 3 WIN
NYM@TOR OVER 8.5 55.8% 5 LOSS
MIA@COL MIA -130 55.4% 5 WIN
LAA@SEA JOSH LOWE OVER 0.5 HITS 53.4% 3 WIN
ATL@SF UNDER 7.5 54.5% 4 WIN
CHC@MIL UNDER 8.5 56.2% 6 WIN
CIN@PIT PIT -130 54.2% 3 WIN
KC@CHW CHW -131 54.7% 3 LOSS
CIN@PIT BRANDON LOWE OVER 0.5 RUNS + RBIS 54.2% 4 LOSS
ATL@SF UNDER 8 53.6% 3 WIN
SEA@CLE SEA -128 55.2% 4 LOSS
NYY@BOS NYY -115 54.7% 3 LOSS
HOU@DET JOSE ALTUVE UNDER 0.5 RUNS 53.8% 3 WIN
ATL@SF UNDER 8.5 56.6% 6 WIN
COL@MIN OVER 9 54.4% 4 WIN
WAS@BAL BAL -132 54.8% 3 WIN
ARI@TB TB -125 54.5% 3 WIN
CIN@PIT BRANDON LOWE OVER 0.5 HITS 54.3% 4 LOSS
NYY@BOS UNDER 8 54.6% 4 LOSS
ARI@STL STL -129 54.4% 3 PUSH
NYY@BOS NYY -132 56.4% 6 LOSS
NYY@BOS CAM SCHLITTLER OVER 17.5 OUTS 53.4% 3 LOSS