MLB Prediction: Cincinnati Reds vs Oakland Athletics (Friday, September 12 at 10:05 PM ET)
Introduction
| Market / Trend | CIN | OAK |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -102 | -108 |
| Total (O/U) | 10.0 | |
| Run Line | +1.5 (-180) | -1.5 (157) |
| Last 5 RPG | 3.6 | 5.0 |
| Record | 74–72 | 67–80 |
| Lines: BetMGM, BetOnline.ag, BetRivers, BetUS +7 more | ||
More MLB picks: Cincinnati Reds · Oakland Athletics
Oakland enters this interleague matchup against Cincinnati with both teams trending differently in recent play, making this an actionable MLB prediction. The Reds have surged with a 4-1 run over their last five, averaging 3.6 runs per game, while the Athletics have stumbled at 2-3 in the same stretch despite a stronger 5.0 RPG output. With the American League side showing more consistent offensive punch and key bats producing power, the sharper angle points toward Oakland controlling the pace in a lower-scoring contest.
Game Time
Taking place at Friday, September 12 at 10:05 PM ET at pitcher-friendly Oakland Coliseum with spacious foul territory.
Odds & Spread Line
- Cincinnati Reds: -102
- Oakland Athletics: -108
Total: 10
- Run Line — Cincinnati Reds: +1.5 (-180)
- Run Line — Oakland Athletics: -1.5 (+157)
Latest Team Records
Cincinnati Reds: 74-72 (Win %: 0.507)
Oakland Athletics: 67-80 (Win %: 0.456)
Injury Report
Both teams are currently healthy with no major injury concerns.
Key Player Stats
Cincinnati Reds
- Elly De La Cruz: 0.266 AVG, 19 HR, 82 RBI
- Austin Hays: 0.266 AVG, 15 HR, 64 RBI
- Miguel Andujar: 0.316 AVG, 9 HR, 41 RBI
Oakland Athletics
- Tyler Soderstrom: 0.275 AVG, 24 HR, 88 RBI
- Brent Rooker: 0.267 AVG, 27 HR, 82 RBI
- Shea Langeliers: 0.266 AVG, 30 HR, 68 RBI
Team Analysis
Cincinnati Reds
The Reds arrive with a 74-72 record, showing competitive balance but lacking dominance on the road where they sit under .500. Their last 5 games finished 4-1, but the offense has been capped at just 3.6 runs per game, indicating wins built more on pitching steadiness than explosive hitting. Elly De La Cruz remains a key bat, yet the lineup’s run production has not consistently matched its recent win column success.
Over the last 10 games, Cincinnati has gone 6-4 while raising scoring to 5.2 runs per game, but that uptick has not erased concerns about inconsistency away from home. Austin Hays provides some middle-order stability, yet their collective road form undermines confidence in sustaining output against an Oakland staff that benefits from the Coliseum’s spacious dimensions. Miguel Andujar’s efficiency helps, but without deeper lineup support, the Reds face challenges translating recent wins into reliable betting value on the road.
- Batting Average: 0.246
- Total Runs Scored: 656
- Home Runs: 146
- OBP: 0.316
- SLG: 0.391
- OPS: 0.708
- ERA: 3.91
- WHIP: 1.24
Away Record: 34-38 • Home Record: 40-34
Last 5 Games: 4-1 (3.6 RPG)
Last 10 Games: 6-4 (5.2 RPG)
Oakland Athletics
Oakland sits at 67-80, but their power core has kept them competitive with 201 home runs on the season. Despite a 2-3 mark in their last 5, the Athletics averaged 5.0 runs per game, showing steadier offensive production than Cincinnati. Tyler Soderstrom’s ability to drive in runs has anchored the middle of the order, giving this lineup a reliable scoring base at home.
Across the last 10 games, Oakland has gone 4-6, with a consistent 5.4 RPG that exposes their capacity to generate offense even in losses. Brent Rooker’s long-ball threat and Shea Langeliers’ power presence add depth, creating more paths to run support than what Cincinnati brings on the road. Playing at the Coliseum, where their power bats can still make an impact despite the park’s size, positions the Athletics as the more dependable side in this matchup.
- Batting Average: 0.255
- Total Runs Scored: 673
- Home Runs: 201
- OBP: 0.32
- SLG: 0.434
- OPS: 0.754
- ERA: 4.81
- WHIP: 1.36
Away Record: 37-38 • Home Record: 30-42
Last 5 Games: 2-3 (5.0 RPG)
Last 10 Games: 4-6 (5.4 RPG)
Head-to-Head History
No recent matchups between these teams in 2025.
Over/Under Trends
Cincinnati Reds’ last 10 games have averaged 10.2 total runs, with 3 games that would have cleared today’s total of 10.
Oakland Athletics’ last 10 games have averaged 10.2 combined runs, with 4 games clearing the same number of 10.
Moneyline Betting Prediction
Oakland Athletics’ lineup offers more reliable power production, and their 5.0 RPG pace across the last five games creates a sharper offensive edge compared to Cincinnati Reds’ 3.6. With Soderstrom, Rooker, and Langeliers consistently driving run creation, the Athletics project as the stronger side at home in this interleague matchup.
Markets point to the Oakland Athletics as the correct angle.
Over/Under Prediction
Last five form shows the Oakland Athletics at 5.0 RPG and the Cincinnati Reds at 3.6, giving context for the number.
These teams are combining for 8.6 runs per game recently — below the posted total of 10.0. That points toward the Under 10.0.
Bookmakers
Lines retrieved from: FanDuel, BetRivers, MyBookie.ag, Fanatics, Bovada, DraftKings, Caesars, BetMGM, BetUS, BetOnline.ag, LowVig.ag.
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