Reds vs. Astros Prediction for MLB Sunday [6/18/2023]

The Houston Astros square off with the Cincinnati Reds in MLB action at Minute Maid Park on Sunday, starting at 2:10PM ET.

The Astros will send Ronel Blanco (1-0, 3.86 ERA) to the mound, up against Luke Weaver (1-2, 6.23 ERA) for the Reds.

Dimers' free betting picks for Reds vs. Astros, plus game predictions and best odds, are detailed in this article.

Who Will Win: Reds vs. Astros

Based on trusted machine learning and data, Dimers.com has simulated Sunday's Reds-Astros MLB matchup 10,000 times.

Dimers' independent predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, gives the Astros a 59% chance of defeating the Reds.

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Reds vs. Astros Odds [6/18]

• Run Line: Astros -1.5 (+135), Reds +1.5 (-152)
• Moneyline: Astros -145, Reds +130
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110/-105)

The Astros are currently -1.5 favorites versus the Reds, with +135 at BetMGM the best odds currently available.

For the underdog Reds (+1.5) to cover the run line, FanDuel Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -152.

DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Astros at -145. That means you can risk $145 to win $100, for a total payout of $245, if they get the W.

Meanwhile, PointsBet currently has the best moneyline odds for the Reds at +130, where you can bet $100 to profit $130, earning a total payout of $230, if they win.

The Over/Under sits at 9 with DraftKings Sportsbook, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -110, while PointsBet currently has the best odds for the Under at -105.

As always, make sure you check the sportsbooks you have access to in your state for the best MLB odds and lines.

According to DimersBOT, the Reds (+1.5) have a 59% chance of covering the run line, while the Over/Under total of 9 runs has a 52% chance of going Under.

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Best Bets: Reds vs. Astros

• Run Line: Astros -1.5 @ +135 via BetMGM
• Moneyline: Astros @ -145 via DraftKings Sportsbook (59% probability)
• Total: Under 9 @ -105 via PointsBet (52% probability)

Our best bets are based on detailed modeling and wagering intelligence to bring you the best possible plays every time.

Even though the Reds are more likely to cover the run line, our best bet of Astros -1.5 is based on the chance of that happening, according to DimersBOT, and the best odds available.

Reds vs. Astros Prediction

Dimers.com predicts that the Astros are more likely to beat the Reds at Minute Maid Park on Sunday.

This prediction is backed by detailed data-driven analysis, with the Astros boasting a 59% chance of winning after conducting 10,000 simulations of the game.

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Dimers has full betting coverage of Sunday's Reds-Astros game, including pregame predictions, free picks, and live win probabilities.

Remember, DimersBOT updates frequently, so check this page for any changes to our betting insights ahead of Reds vs. Astros on Sunday June 18, 2023.

Reds vs. Astros 2023

Sunday's MLB matchup between the Astros and Reds at Minute Maid Park is scheduled to begin at 2:10PM ET.

• Who: Cincinnati Reds vs. Houston Astros
• Date: Sunday June 18, 2023
• Time: 2:10PM ET / 11:10AM PT
• Venue: Minute Maid Park

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