MLB: Los Angeles Dodgers at Cincinnati Reds Odds & Prediction

Game Info: Monday, August 25, 2025, 9:10 p.m. ET, Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, CA

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Dodgers -142 | Reds +119

Run Line: Dodgers -1.5 (+143) | Reds +1.5 (-170)

Total Runs (O/U): 8.5 (Over -110 | Under -110)

Win Probability: Dodgers 58.7% | Reds 45.7%

Dodgers Betting Preview

The Dodgers are coming into this game with a 74–57 record and a lineup that’s set to take advantage of mistakes. Emmet Sheehan is on the mound, and while his 4.17 ERA might not stand out, he’s been consistent in his outings. He hasn’t notched a quality start yet, but he’s frequently pitched into the fifth and sixth innings, and he’s already faced the Reds once this season, striking out five batters in 3.2 scoreless innings.

L.A. has a powerful offense. Shohei Ohtani is doing what he does best with 43 home runs, 80 RBIs, and a crazy .609 slugging percentage. Freddie Freeman is hitting .302 and is still the backbone of this lineup, while Mookie Betts and Andy Pages add more depth and danger. The Dodgers are sitting in third place in MLB for home runs and fifth for slugging percentage, and they’ve been especially lethal at home, showing off a .464 slugging percentage.

Reds Betting Preview

The Reds are sitting at 68–63 and doing well in the NL Central. Hunter Greene is pitching today, and he’s been really impressive lately. With a 2.63 ERA and 91 strikeouts in just over 72 innings, Greene has that swing-and-miss talent that can take down even the toughest lineups. His latest game against the Angels was something to see: 6.1 innings, three earned runs, and plenty of heat.

Cincinnati’s offense is led by Elly De La Cruz, boasting a slash line of .245/.321/.429, with 5 home runs, 22 RBIs, and 10 stolen bases. Although TJ Friedl and Spencer Steer have made their contributions, the Reds are currently sitting in the lower third of the league in terms of power stats. This is concerning as they get ready to take on a Dodgers team that can turn the game around with a single swing.

Matchup/League Facts

The Dodgers are at the top of the league with 643 runs scored and are in the top five for almost every key hitting stat, like home runs (185), slugging percentage (.439), and RBIs (617).

The Reds, on the other hand, rely heavily on their speed, contact hitting, and performing well in key situations. Despite struggling with power numbers, ranked in the lower third for home runs (82) and slugging percentage (.405), they’ve still found a way to score runs and stay competitive.

In terms of betting trends, Los Angeles has scored 66 wins out of 114 games when they were the favorites, while Cincinnati has pulled off 35 wins in 69 games as underdogs, showing they can stand strong even when the odds aren’t in their favor.

In their last 10 encounters, the Dodgers hold a slight edge with 6 victories and 4 defeats. Interestingly, the over has only been hit in 3 of those matchups, something total bettors might want to note, especially given the Reds’ lackluster power stats and the Dodgers’ usual difficulties in scoring away from home.

Dodgers at Reds Prediction

At first glance, this game looks like a classic showdown between pitchers, but I think the Dodgers’ power and depth will eventually tire Greene out. Sheehan doesn’t need to be perfect, he just has to throw off the Reds for a bit so the hitters can take their turn. I’m betting on the Dodgers to take this one in a tight, high-scoring game.

Sportbook.AG Prediction: Dodgers 5, Reds 4 Pick: Over 8.5 Runs