On May 22, 2024, baseball enthusiasts will be treated to an intriguing matchup as the San Diego Padres take on the Cincinnati Reds at the Great American Ball Park. The game, scheduled for a 06:40 pm start, is expected to unfold under light rain conditions.

Leading the charge for the Padres will be the talented Michael King, who enters the game with a 4.307 ERA. Opposing him from the mound for the Reds will be Nick Martinez, boasting a slightly better ERA of 4.226. The game carries significant weight in the league standings, with the Padres currently 6th in the NL West Division, holding a delicate balance of 25 wins against 26 losses, while the Reds are positioned 13th in the NL Central, with 20 victories beside 28 defeats.

Betting enthusiasts will find notable odds for this game. The point spread is set at 1.5 in favor of the Padres, reflecting their recent tougher schedule and slightly better performance. The Over/Under for the game is pegged at 9.5, indicative of expectations of a moderately high-scoring game. Sportsbooks favor the Padres slightly on the road, with an Away Team Money Line of -127, while the Home Team Money Line for the Reds stands at 107, suggesting a relatively balanced contest according to oddsmakers.