Philadelphia Phillies vs. Cincinnati Reds - Game Preview

The Philadelphia Phillies take on the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, Ohio, for an MLB showdown on August 13, 2025. The Phillies are coming off a loss against the Reds, where they were defeated 6-1 in their last matchup. Philadelphia, with a strong 69-50 record and 32-29 on the road, faces Cincinnati, who is 63-58 overall and 34-27 at home. Starting for the Reds is Hunter Greene (R), boasting a 4-3 record with a 2.715 ERA, while Cristopher Sánchez (L), with an impressive 11-3 and 2.364 ERA, will pitch for the Phillies. The Phillies are favored with a -140 Moneyline, while the Reds sit at +118. The point spread is set at -1.5 for Philadelphia and +1.5 for Cincinnati. Catch the game live on NBCS-PH and FDSOH at 5:10 PM EST. The Phillies' recent form and Sánchez's stellar pitching make them a solid pick for bettors, as reflected in our MLB standings page. With both teams showcasing strong defensive stats and the total points set at 8.5, expect a tightly contested game.