Atlanta Braves vs. Cincinnati Reds Game Preview: August 1, 2025

Friday, August 1st, 2025

The Atlanta Braves (46-62, fourth in the NL East) are set to face the Cincinnati Reds (57-53, third in the NL Central) in an MLB matchup on August 1, 2025, with the first pitch scheduled for 11:40 AM ET in Cincinnati.

Game Preview

This upcoming game marks the sixth time these two teams will meet this season. The Braves currently hold a 4-1 advantage in the season series. Cincinnati enters this contest with a 32-25 home record and a 57-53 overall standing, boasting a strong performance when their bats are hot, going 44-22 in games where they record eight or more hits. The Braves, on the other hand, have struggled on the road with a 20-36 record away from home, contributing to their 46-62 overall record. Atlanta's hitters collectively maintain a .319 on-base percentage, ranking eighth in the National League. Ozzie Albies comes into the game following a four-hit performance on Thursday.

Pitching Matchup

Atlanta Braves

Bryce Elder (4-7, 6.29 ERA, 1.61 WHIP, 73 strikeouts) is slated to start for the Braves.

Cincinnati Reds

Brady Singer (8-8, 4.60 ERA, 1.33 WHIP, 101 strikeouts) will take the mound for the Reds.

Betting Odds

The Cincinnati Reds are favored at -143, while the Atlanta Braves are at +120. The over/under for the game is set at 9 runs.

Top Performers

Cincinnati Reds

Elly De La Cruz has been a key offensive force for the Reds, recording 23 doubles, three triples, and 19 home runs while maintaining a .285 batting average. Tyler Stephenson has also been productive, going 10 for 35 with two doubles and two home runs over his last 10 games.

Atlanta Braves

Matt Olson leads the Braves with 26 doubles and 18 home runs. Michael Harris II has been hot recently, with 17 hits in 41 at-bats, including two doubles, three triples, and two home runs over the last 10 games.

Recent Form

Cincinnati Reds

Over their last 10 games, the Reds have a 5-5 record with a .263 batting average and a 4.25 ERA, outscoring opponents by six runs.

Atlanta Braves

The Braves have struggled in their last 10 outings, holding a 3-7 record with a .235 batting average and a high 7.16 ERA, having been outscored by 24 runs.

Injuries

Cincinnati Reds

Wade Miley: 60-Day IL (flexor), Ian Gibaut: 15-Day IL (shoulder), Rhett Lowder: 60-Day IL (forearm), Hunter Greene: 15-Day IL (groin), Carson Spiers: 60-Day IL (shoulder), Tyler Callihan: 60-Day IL (forearm), Brandon Williamson: 60-Day IL (elbow), Julian Aguiar: 60-Day IL (elbow)

Atlanta Braves

Ronald Acuna: 10-Day IL (calf), Grant Holmes: 60-Day IL (elbow), Spencer Schwellenbach: 60-Day IL (elbow), Chris Sale: 60-Day IL (rib), AJ Smith-Shawver: 60-Day IL (calf/elbow), Reynaldo Lopez: 60-Day IL (shoulder), Joe Jimenez: 60-Day IL (knee)

In summary

The Cincinnati Reds, with a stronger overall record and home performance, are set to host the Atlanta Braves on August 1, 2025. The Reds, favored by oddsmakers, will send Brady Singer to the mound against Bryce Elder of the Braves. Cincinnati's Elly De La Cruz has been a standout hitter, while Atlanta relies on Matt Olson and the red-hot Michael Harris II. Despite the Braves holding a 4-1 series advantage this season, their recent form shows a struggle with a 3-7 record and high ERA over the last 10 games, compared to the Reds' even 5-5 record. Both teams are dealing with significant injury lists, which could impact game dynamics. This matchup presents an opportunity for the Reds to extend their home winning record against a struggling Braves team, particularly given Atlanta's poor road performance.

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