Rays vs. Reds Prediction: Tight Battle Projected in Updated Analysis for Friday's MLB Matchup [7/25/2025]

The Cincinnati Reds will square off with the Tampa Bay Rays in MLB action at Great American Ball Park on Friday, beginning at 7:10PM ET.

The Reds will have Nick Martinez (8-9, 4.73 ERA) as their starting pitcher, up against Zack Littell (8-7, 3.53 ERA) for the Rays.

Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced MLB model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects an equal chance for both the Reds and Rays to win today's game.

For a closer look at Friday's matchup, including best bets and picks, visit our interactive Rays vs. Reds predictions page.

Reds vs. Rays Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Run Line?

Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Friday's MLB game between the Rays and Reds 10,000 times as part of our MLB predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model currently can't split the two teams, giving both the Rays and Reds a 50% chance of winning the game.

According to our model, the Reds (+1.5) have a 61% chance of covering the run line, while the 9.5-run over/under has a 53% chance of staying under.

Rays vs. Reds Odds [7/25/2025]

We have researched the best MLB odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Rays	Reds
Run Line	-1.5 (+150)	+1.5 (-176)
Moneyline	-103	-110
Total	o9.5 (-102)	u9.5 (-112)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

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Rays vs. Reds Picks and Best Bets

Our model's strongest edge in today's Rays vs. Reds matchup is on the run line.

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Rays vs. Reds Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

Friday's MLB matchup between the Reds and Rays at Great American Ball Park is scheduled to commence at 7:10PM ET.

• Who: Tampa Bay Rays vs. Cincinnati Reds
• Date: Friday, July 25, 2025
• Time: 7:10PM ET/4:10PM PT
• Venue: Great American Ball Park

Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Friday's Rays vs. Reds matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

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Conclusion

We predict a close game between the Rays and Reds on Friday, with each team having a 50% chance of winning.

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