MLB Prop Bets: Washington Nationals vs Cincinnati Reds (August 9, 2026)
The Cincinnati Reds (56-60) face the Washington Nationals (58-61) at Nationals Park on Sunday at 12:15pm (ET). Let's take a look at the MLB Prop Bets for the matchup. Brady Singer is the probable pitcher for the Reds, while Brad Lord is the probable pitcher for the Nationals. The Reds opened as favorites but this matchup has since become a pick'em, with both the Reds and Nationals at -104 to win. The total runs line is set at 9.5, with OVER at +101 and UNDER at -122.
- The Reds (+149) have a 61-55 Run Line record this season, while the Nationals (-181) hold a record of 70-49.
- The Reds have a 61-54-1 O/U record this season (meaning 61 games have gone over the total runs line, 54 have gone under and one has resulted in a push). The Nationals have a 64-50-5 O/U record.
Scoring Insights
- The Reds are averaging 4.1 runs per game this season (23rd in the league). Comparatively, the Nationals are averaging +1.2 more at 5.3 runs (1st).
- In the field, the Reds are allowing 4.7 runs per game this season (21st in the league), while the Nationals are allowing an average of 5.2 runs (28th).
Let's take a look at how these teams perform in some other key statistical areas.
Batting Insights:
Batting Average
- Looking at their batting averages this season, the Nationals are at an impressive .250 (ranking 6th in the Major leagues), while the Reds are batting an underwhelming .229 (30th).
Home Runs
- In terms of total home runs this season, the Nationals have hit 170 (1st in the Major Leagues). Meanwhile, the Reds have managed 154 (5th).
Runs Batted In
- Finally, looking at their runs batted in, the Nationals have been outstanding this season, recording 607 RBIs to rank 1st in the MLB. Comparatively, the Reds have performed poorly in this area, recording only 458 RBIs to rank 27th.
Pitching Insights:
Earned Run Average
- The Nationals have an earned run average of 4.74 this season (27th in the Majors), while The Reds have an ERA of 4.45 (23rd).
Strikeouts
- Turning our attention to total strikeouts, the Reds have recorded 929 this season, ranking 23rd in the MLB. Meanwhile, the Nationals rank T25th for total strikeouts, recording 895.
Opponent Batting Average
- Opponents are batting an average of .260 against the Nationals this season (28th in the Major Leagues). Comparatively, the Reds' opponents are at .245 (18th).
First Innings Moneyline
- Here are their first innings moneyline records in 2026.
| Total | Home | Road | Favorite | Underdog | Neutral | Last 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reds | 25-31-60 | 12-14-34 | 13-17-26 | 11-9-18 | 14-22-42 | 0-0-0 | 2-2-6 |
| Nationals | 36-25-58 | 20-10-29 | 16-15-29 | 11-4-13 | 25-21-45 | 0-0-0 | 3-4-3 |
Lead After Three Innings
- Here are their records after the first three innings in 2026.
| Total | Home | Road | Favorite | Underdog | Neutral | Last 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reds | 36-45-35 | 19-21-20 | 17-24-15 | 14-13-11 | 22-32-24 | 0-0-0 | 3-2-5 |
| Nationals | 47-39-33 | 27-17-15 | 20-22-18 | 15-5-8 | 32-34-25 | 0-0-0 | 3-6-1 |
NRFI/YRFI
The NRFI market is paying -105 and the YRFI is paying -120.
- The NRFI is 57-59 in Reds games this season. The Nationals have a 55-64 NRFI record.
Last Time They Met
The Nationals recorded an 8-2 victory over the Reds at Nationals Park yesterday. Andres Chaparro went yard en route to that victory, hitting a home run to go with 3 RBIs.
