The Cincinnati Reds travel to Citizens Bank Park to take on the Philadelphia Phillies in a battle between two National League East hopefuls. The Phillies hold a slim lead in the division at 3-3, while the Reds sit at 2-4. Despite the Phillies" slight edge in the standings, this matchup promises to be a close one, with both teams looking to get on track after inconsistent starts.
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Clash of the East
The Cincinnati Reds vs Philadelphia Phillies game is happening today, Tuesday, April 2nd, 2024.
- Location: Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Start Time: 6:40 PM ET
Here are some options to catch the live stream or watch the game:
Live Stream:
The game will be broadcast nationally on TBS. You can likely live stream the game with a subscription to services that carry TBS, such as Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, fuboTV, or Sling TV (depending on your location).
Local Broadcasts:
Philadelphia: NBC Sports Philadelphia
Cincinnati: Fox Sports Ohio (Check local listings for confirmation.)
Additionally, MLB.TV offers a subscription service where you can stream out-of-market Major League Baseball games, including potentially this matchup (subject to blackout restrictions).
Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia can expect a pleasant evening for the Reds vs Phillies game. The forecast predicts clear skies with comfortable temperatures in the mid-70s around game time.
Now, focusing on the Cincinnati Reds vs Philadelphia Phillies game preview, historically, the Reds have struggled against the Phillies, going 5-10 in their last 15 meetings. However, the Reds have found success against NL East teams this year, going 2-1. Both teams will be looking to establish themselves as contenders within the division.
Our Picks: Fightin" Phils Poised for Breakout
The Reds have been one of the early-season surprises, boasting a potent offense led by the red-hot Spencer Steer. While the Phillies lineup features Bryce Harper and Nick Castellanos, their pitching has been shaky. Reds starter Graham Ashcraft was solid last season, and facing a hungry team on the road could be just the motivation he needs to shine.
Cincinnati Reds ATS and Philadelphia Phillies ATS Breakdown:
Reds (+1.5): The Reds are a tempting underdog play considering their hot hitting and perfect ATS record. However, going on the road can be tricky.
Phillies (-1.5): The Phillies are desperate for a win and getting points at home could be appealing. But their pitching woes raise concerns.
Pick 1: Reds +1.5 (-110)
The Reds have shown they can score runs, and even if they don"t win outright, keeping it close is a strong possibility. Taking the Reds with the run and a half provides some insurance and offers a good value bet.
Pick 2: Over 9 Runs (-120)
Both teams have shown a propensity for scoring runs. The Reds haven"t scored fewer than 6 runs in any game yet, while the Phillies offense is capable of putting up crooked numbers. With both teams likely looking to bounce back offensively, this one could turn into a high-scoring affair.
