The Cincinnati Reds will continue their three-game series with the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday at American Family Field. We're here to share our MLB odds series, make a Reds-Brewers prediction, and pick while showing you how to watch.

Reds-Brewers Projected Starters 

Andrew Abbott vs. Bryse Wilson

Andrew Abbott (5-5) with a 3.28 ERA

Last Start: Abbott went five innings in his last outing as he allowed one earned run on five hits while striking out five and walking four in a win over the Chicago Cubs.

2024 Road Splits: Abbott is 3-2 with a 3.24 ERA over seven road starts.

Bryse Wilson (0-0) with a 0.00 ERA

Last Start: Wilson struggled in his last outing, going 4 1/3 innings while allowing seven earned runs on six hits while striking out four and walking two in a loss to the Detroit Tigers.

2024 Home Splits: Wilson has not won at home yet as he is 0-1 with a 3.27 ERA over four starts and six appearances at American Family Field.

Here are the MLB Odds, courtesy of FanDuel. 

MLB Odds: Reds-Brewers Odds

Cincinnati Reds: +1.5 (-178)

Moneyline: +116

Milwaukee Brewers: -1.5 (+146)

Moneyline: -134

Over: 8.5 (-105)

Under: 8.5 (-115)

How to Watch Reds vs. Brewers

Time: 4:10 PM ET/1:10 PM PT

TV: FOX Sports

Stream: fuboTV (Click for free trial)

Why The Reds Will Cover The Spread/Win

The Reds were trendy picks to compete for the National League Central this season. Unfortunately, it has not gone that well. Things started horribly when Matt McClain suffered a shoulder injury that will keep him out until at least August. Then, Christian Encarnacion-Strand struggled to start the season before sustaining his own injury.

Despite their injuries, the Reds are still alive as they sit just a half-game behind the final wildcard spot. Now, they hope their offense can do enough to help them sustain some kind of momentum. But things are not always easy.

The Reds are struggling on offense, as their injuries and inexperience are evident. Sadly, they are just 27th in batting average, 19th in on-base percentage, 18th in home runs, and 21st in slugging percentage. Cincinnati also ranks 13th in runs, as they have scored in bursts often.

Elly De La Cruz is struggling to hit the baseball. Currently, he is batting .228 with 11 home runs, 29 RBIs, and 42 runs. But De La Cruz also has a .323 on-base percentage, with 14 walks, which is four less than the 35 he had over 98 games last season. Moreover, De La Cruz already has 34 stolen bases, which is one less than the 35 bags he swiped last season. De La Cruz is a menace on the basepaths. As long as he gets on base, he will be a threat to score.

But the Reds don't have anyone who can drive him in. Unfortunately, Jonathan India and Sam Steer are the best options, but neither provides the threat that McClain or Encarnacion-Strand do. One of these hitters has to find a way to get on base or be more patient at the plate.

The Reds have had some decent pitching this season. So far, they are 12th in team ERA. Their relievers are also doing enough to get the job done. Currently, they are 10th in team ERA.

The Reds will cover the spread if De La Cruz gets on base and his teammates can drive him in. Then, they need a good outing from Abbott.

Why The Brewers Will Cover The Spread/Win

The Brewers are the best team in the National League Central despite losing their manager to the Chicago Cubs. Somehow, they have gotten better with good hitting and solid pitching.

The Brewers are riding high on offense. Currently, they are third in batting average and on-base percentage. The Brew Crew are also seventh in runs, 14th in home runs, and eighth in slugging percentage.

William Contreras is having a good season. Furthermore, he is batting .300 with 24 hits, two home runs, six RBIs, and eight runs over his last 20 games against the Reds. Christian Yelich is also having a nice bounce-back season. Also, he has done well against the Reds. Yelich is hitting .281 with 125 hits, 25 home runs, 80 RBIs, and 79 runs over 119 games against the Reds. Meanwhile, Willy Adames also loves playing the Reds. Adames is batting .257 with 26 hits, four home runs, 15 RBIs, and 15 runs over 24 games against them.

The Brewers have also had good pitching. Significantly, they are ninth in the majors in team ERA. But their bullpen has been even better. Ultimately, they are fifth in the majors in team ERA.

The Brewers will cover the spread if they can batter the baseball and make Abbott uncomfortable. Then, they need a good outing from their starter.

Final Reds-Brewers Prediction & Pick

The Reds and Brewers have the same exact run-line record: 37-31 against the spread. The Reds are 20-17 against the spread as the underdog, while the Brewers are just 13-18 against the spread as the favorite. But the Reds are also 14-9 against the spread as the away underdog, while the Brewers are only 10-10 against the spread as the home favorites. We like the Reds to cover the spread on the road as De La Cruz helps them get some runs across the board.

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Final Reds-Brewers Prediction & Pick: Cincinnati Reds +1.5 (-178)