Scheduled for 1:10 PM on September 19, 2024, the Atlanta Braves will challenge the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park under overcast skies. Veteran pitcher Chris Sale, with a commendable 2.346 ERA, will spearhead the Braves’ efforts. His counterpart from the Reds, Julian Aguiar, steps onto the mound with a 4.880 ERA.

This season, the Braves find themselves 7th in the NL East Division with an 82-70 record, boasting a winning percentage of .540 and placing third in division matchups with a 24-22 record. The Braves have maintained a solid performance with 5 wins in their recent 10 games, flaunting a victory in their latest encounter. Their home and away records are 42-33 and 40-37, respectively, with the team performing markedly better in night games with 55 wins compared to 27 during the day. They have scored 653 runs and conceded 580.

On the other hand, the Reds hold the 11th spot in the NL Central Division with a 74-79 record, a .480 winning percentage, and are fourth in their division contests with a 21-25 record. Their last 10 games have seen them secure 6 victories, despite a recent loss. Home and away records stand at 37-40 and 37-39, respectively, with the team showing a preference for night games, amassing 49 wins opposed to 25 in day games. The Reds have scored 675 runs and allowed 658 in total.

As for the betting odds, they present a significant insight into this matchup. The Braves are favored with a -207 moneyline compared to the Reds’ +176, reflecting the former’s stronger season performance. The point spread is set at 1.5 in favor of the Braves, and the over/under for the game is positioned at 8.5, suggesting a moderately high-scoring game is anticipated by oddsmakers.