On the evening of May 13, 2024, at 9:40 PM, the Cincinnati Reds are set to clash with the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field under a clear sky. Graham Ashcraft will take the pitcher’s mound for the Reds, entering the game with an ERA of 3.857. For the Diamondbacks, Jordan Montgomery will counter, sporting an ERA of 4.696.

The Reds currently stand 12th in the 2024 NL Central Division with a 17-23 record and a 0.43 winning percentage. They rank fourth in their division based on their record of 1-2 and have struggled recently, winning just one of their last 10 games while carrying a two-game losing streak. At home, the Reds have a 9-13 record, closely matching their 8-10 record on the road. They have claimed 8 victories in day games compared to 9 in night games, scoring a total of 171 runs and conceding 176.

Conversely, the Diamondbacks are placed ninth in the NL West Division with a record of 19-22, reflecting a 0.46 winning percentage. They stand third in their division with a 9-8 record and are on a one-game winning streak. The team showcases a balanced home (9-10) and away (10-12) record, with a slightly better performance in night games (11 wins) as compared to day games (8 wins). Offensively, they have tallied 205 runs, while their defense has allowed 188 runs.

Turning to the game odds, the organizations are positioned intriguingly for bettors. The point spread is set at -1.5, favoring the Diamondbacks on their home turf, reflecting their slightly more solid overall performance. The over/under for the game is predicted at 8.5, suggesting expectations of a moderately scoring game. With the moneyline, the Diamondbacks are favored (-148), indicating confidence in their ability to secure a win, whereas the Reds, listed at +122, are seen as the underdogs in this matchup.