The San Diego Padres are slated to go head-to-head with the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on May 22, 2024, with the first pitch scheduled for 6:40 PM, under conditions of light rain. Leading the Padres’ pitching efforts will be Michael King, who enters the matchup with an ERA of 4.307, while Nick Martinez will take the mound for the Reds with an ERA of 4.226.

In the National League West standings, the Padres are 6th with a record of 25-26, indicating a 0.49 winning percentage. They’ve won 12 and lost 13 within their division, placing them 2nd in division-specific contests. The team is in a slight slump, having won only 4 of their recent 10 games and currently on a two-game losing streak. They have stronger records on the road (15-10) compared to their home performances (10-16).

Conversely, the Cincinnati Reds sit 13th in the National League Central with a 20-28 record, equating to a 0.42 winning probability. They are last in their division with a 1-2 record. The Reds have secured 3 wins in their last 10 fixtures and are coming off a recent victory. Their home record stands at 10-13, and their road performances are 10-15. They have scored 197 runs and allowed 202 across the season.

From a betting perspective, the game’s PointSpread is set at 1.5 with an OverUnder of 9.5. Bettors looking at the moneyline will find the Padres at -127 and the Reds at +107. This setup suggests a slight edge is expected for the visiting Padres, which is a key point for those considering placing bets on this game.