The Cincinnati Reds (63-68) host the Oakland Athletics (56-75) on Tuesday to kick off a three-game series at Great American Ball Park. The matchup begins at 6:40 p.m. ET.
This contest’s pitching matchup is set, as the Reds will send Jakob Junis (4-0) to the mound, while Mitch Spence (7-9) will take the ball for the Athletics.
Reds vs. Athletics Pitcher Matchup and Game Info
When: Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 6:40 p.m. ET
Where: Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, Ohio
How to Watch on TV: BSOH
Probable Pitchers: Jakob Junis (Reds) – 4-0, 3.52 ERA vs Mitch Spence (Athletics) – 7-9, 4.67 ERA
Reds vs. Athletics Odds
Reds to win: -141
Athletics to win: +120
Spread: Reds -1.5
Total: 10 runs
Reds vs. Athletics Pitcher Performance
Junis |
|
Spence |
1 |
GS |
17 |
4-0 |
W-L |
7-9 |
3.52 |
ERA |
4.67 |
38.1 |
IP |
115.2 |
6 |
BB |
35 |
30 |
SO |
97 |
Reds Probable Starting Pitcher: Jakob Junis
The Reds are sending Junis (4-0) to the mound to make his second start of the season.
In his most recent time out — in relief on Thursday — the righty threw 2 1/3 innings against the Pittsburgh Pirates, giving up two earned runs while surrendering five hits.
In 18 appearances this season, he has a 3.52 ERA and 7 strikeouts per nine innings, while opponents are hitting .255 against him.
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Athletics Probable Starting Pitcher: Mitch Spence
The Athletics will send Spence (7-9) to the mound for his 18th start this season.
The right-hander gave up four earned runs and allowed seven hits in seven innings pitched against the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday.
The 26-year-old has an ERA of 4.67 and 7.5 strikeouts per nine innings with an opponent batting average of .264 in 28 games this season.
In 17 starts this season, he’s earned a quality start in three of them.
Spence has 13 starts of five or more innings this season in 17 chances. He averages 4.1 innings per outing.
He has made 28 appearances and finished six of them without allowing an earned run.
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