Prop Bets: New York Yankees VS Cincinnati Reds 2025-06-23

Yankees vs. Reds: A Tale of Overconfidence and Underdog Swagger
June 23, 2025 – 7:10 PM ET

The New York Yankees (45-32) roll into Cincinnati as the self-proclaimed kings of the moneyline, sporting a 42-68 record when favored this season. They’ll face the Cincinnati Reds (40-38), who’ve mastered the art of “underdog extraordinaire,” winning 22 of 43 games as the betting underdog. The lines? The Yankees are a svelte -110 to -115 on the moneyline (depending on your bookie’s mood), while the Reds offer +103 value for those daring enough to bet against the “Big Apple’s favorite sons.”

The Pitching Matchup:
Allan Winans (Yankees) vs. Nick Lodolo (Reds). Neither name sounds like a Hall of Famer, but hey, at least they’re not Miles Mikolas (Cardinals), who’s supposedly struggling with strikeouts. (Note to self: Avoid betting on Mikolas’ Ks; the context says it’s a bad idea.)

Key Players to Watch:
- Aaron Judge (Yankees): Still leading the team in HRs, RBIs, and batting average. Basically, the human embodiment of a Yankees highlight reel.
- Elly De La Cruz (Reds): Cincinnati’s HR and RBI leader. If he doesn’t steal the show, he’ll at least try to swipe a base or two.

Odds & Props:
- Moneyline: Yankees -110 to -115; Reds +103 to +109.
- Spread: Yankees -1.5 (price: -120 to -125); Reds +1.5 (price: +105 to +110).
- Total: 10 runs. “Over” at 1.91-1.94; “Under” at 1.88-1.93.

Prediction:
This game will play out like a Netflix sitcom: the Yankees strut in thinking they’re the main character, but the Reds have a surprise twist in store. The Yankees’ “favorites” curse (42-68 as picks) will clash with the Reds’ underdog grit (22-43 as underdogs). Expect a low-scoring thriller (thanks to the 10-run total line) where every run feels like a plot twist.

Final Score Prediction: Yankees 5, Reds 4. Judge drills a solo homer in the 9th to win it. The Reds’ comeback falls short, but Lodolo earns a no-decision and a free beer at a Cincinnati bar.

Betting Take:
- Spread: Take the Reds +1.5. Why? Because underdogs in this scenario have a 51% win rate (22-21), and the Yankees’ “favorite” jitters will kick in.
- Total: Play the Under 10. Both starters will be dialed in, and the Reds’ offense? Let’s just say they’re not exactly the Astros’火力全开.

In conclusion: The Yankees are a -115 “sure thing,” but the Reds are the fun bet. And if you’re feeling spicy, throw a prop on Elly De La Cruz stealing a base. It’s either that or bet on someone naming a kid after a baseball move. Your call. 🎬⚾

Created: June 23, 2025, 5:18 a.m. GMT