Game Overview
- Time: 9:40 PM ET
- Venue: Chase Field, Phoenix, AZ
- Broadcast: FDSN-OH / ARID / MLB.tv
- Records: Reds (3rd NL Central), D-backs (3rd NL West)
- Season Series: Fourth meeting of the season
Pitching Matchup
| Team | Starting Pitcher | W–L | ERA | WHIP | K |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reds | Zack Littell | 9–8 | 3.52 | 1.11 | 103 |
| D-backs | Ryne Nelson | 6–3 | 3.58 | 1.07 | 99 |
- Littell has been a steady presence for Cincinnati, with excellent control and a sub-1.15 WHIP.
- Nelson counters with similar efficiency, making this a potential pitcher’s duel.
Team Trends
Cincinnati Reds
- Last 10 Games: 6–4
- Batting Average: .276
- ERA: 2.93
- Top Performers:
- Spencer Steer: 15 HR, 59 RBI, 2 triples
- Noelvi Marte: 18-for-43, 3 HR, 3 doubles last 10 games
- Road Record: 31–32
- Strength: 56–11 when out-hitting opponents
Arizona Diamondbacks
- Last 10 Games: 5–5
- Batting Average: .254
- ERA: 4.49
- Top Performers:
- Geraldo Perdomo: .287 AVG, 26 doubles, 13 HR
- Lourdes Gurriel Jr.: 3 HR, 1 double in last 10 games
- Home Record: 32–31
- Strength: 28–13 when not allowing a home run
This one’s evenly matched on paper, with both starters capable of going deep and limiting damage. The Reds have the hotter bats and better recent ERA, but Arizona’s home-field edge and Nelson’s consistency make them a slight favorite. Expect a tight contest with late-inning drama.
Game Odds
Cincinnati Reds 9
Arizona Diamondbacks – 136
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, August 21, 2025
