MLB Game Preview: Philadelphia Phillies (69-49) vs. Cincinnati Reds (62-58)

⚾ MLB Game Preview: Philadelphia Phillies (69–49) vs. Cincinnati Reds (62–58)
Date: Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Time: 6:40 PM ET
Venue: Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati
Broadcast: NBCSP, FDSNOH

Pitching Matchup
Phillies: Ranger Suárez (LHP)

• Record: 8–5
• ERA: 2.94
• WHIP: 1.13
• Strikeouts: 98
• Last Start: 5 ER, 9 H vs. Orioles (Aug 6)
• Career vs. Reds: 2.12 ERA in 9 appearances
  Suárez has been one of Philly’s most consistent arms, despite a rough outing last week. His career success against Cincinnati suggests a bounce-back is likely.
  
• Reds: Brady Singer (RHP)
• Record: 9–9
• ERA: 4.53
• WHIP: 1.35
• Strikeouts: 113
• Last Start: 4 ER, 6 H, 4 BB vs. Pirates (Aug 7)
  Singer’s command issues have resurfaced, and he’ll face a Phillies lineup that’s slugging .450 over the last 10 games.

Key Players to Watch
Philadelphia Phillies

• Kyle Schwarber: 42 HR, 100 RBI; second in MLB home runs
• Brandon Marsh: 13-for-29, 5 doubles, 4 HR in last 10 games
• Bryce Harper: .260 AVG, 26 doubles, 17 HR, 50 BB
  
• Cincinnati Reds
• Elly De La Cruz: .277 AVG, 19 HR, 74 RBI; team leader in OPS
• Spencer Steer: .241 AVG, 14 HR, 2 triples, 32 BB
• Gavin Lux: .274 AVG, 20 doubles, 43 RBI

Betting Insights

Trend: Phillies have won 4 straight; Reds are 4–2 as underdogs in last 6