The Braves and Reds have both dealt with a lot of injuries. But while the Braves are playing meaningful baseball, the Reds' playoff hopes are gone.

At Great American Ball Park on Thursday, the Atlanta Braves (82-70) meet the Cincinnati Reds (74-79), with first pitch at 1:10 p.m. ET.As the favorite, the Braves (-211 on the moneyline to win)

The Reds are in Minnesota and a pair of rooks hook up. Twenty-two-year-old Rhett Lowder will make his fourth start for Cincinnati. His first three have been outstanding. He’s given up one run over 15 ¹/₃. The eight walks the only concern. Twenty-four-year old David Festa will make his 11th start for the Twinkies.

Pregame analysis and predictions of the Atlanta Braves vs. Cincinnati Reds MLB game to be played on September 18, 2024 on ESPN.

The Atlanta Braves transformed a tie into a 7-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds, driven by Gio Urshela's three RBIs, boosting their Wild Card chances.

The Atlanta Braves are on the road to take on the Cincinnati Reds Wednesday night. Check out our MLB odds series as we give you a Braves-Reds prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game.