The Cincinnati Reds and Houston Astros are set to face off in the final game of their three-game series at Daikin Park in Houston. The series is currently tied 1-1, with the Reds securing a 13-9 victory in Game 2 after a 10-run first inning explosion. First pitch is scheduled for May 11, 2025, at 2:10 PM ET.
Team Overview & Recent Form
Cincinnati Reds (20-21, 4th in NL Central)
- Last Five Games: Win, Loss, Loss, Win, Loss
- Road Record: 11-11
- Batting Average: .221 over last 10 games
- Key Players:
- TJ Friedl – Batting .281 with six doubles, a triple, and three home runs.
- Elly De La Cruz – Five home runs, 25 RBIs, and 14 stolen bases.
- Jose Trevino – Batting .310 with nine doubles and three home runs.
Houston Astros (19-19, 3rd in AL West)
- Last Five Games: Loss, Win, Win, Loss, Loss
- Home Record: 12-8
- Batting Average: .285 over last 10 games
- Key Players:
- Jeremy Peña – Five home runs, batting .279, with 16 RBIs.
- Jake Meyers – Batting .296 with five doubles, a triple, and two home runs.
- Isaac Paredes – Four home runs, batting .256, with 21 walks.
Pitching Matchup
- Reds: Andrew Abbott (LHP, 3-2, 3.45 ERA) – A reliable left-hander who has kept opponents off balance with his mix of fastballs and breaking pitches.
- Astros: Ronel Blanco (RHP, 2-3, 4.12 ERA) – Has struggled with command but has the potential to bounce back against Cincinnati’s lineup.
Game Analysis & Predictions
- Reds’ Strategy: Cincinnati needs Abbott to deliver a strong outing and their offense to capitalize on Blanco’s struggles.
- Astros’ Strategy: Houston must improve their home performance and rely on Peña and Meyers to generate offense.
Game Odds
Cincinnati Reds 8.5
Houston Astros – 155
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, May 10, 2025
