Cincinnati Reds vs Athletics Picks and Predictions for Sunday September 14, 2025

By: Dylan Hellebrand Published 09/14/2025, 12:40 AM ET

On Sunday, the Cincinnati Reds (74-73) face off against the Sacramento Athletics (68-80) at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento, California. The game will be aired on FanDuel Sports Network Ohio and NBC Sports California. Keep up to date with all the MLB action, with our MLB picks.

Game Information For Reds vs Athletics

September 14, 2025, 4:05pm EST, Sutter Health Park,
TV: FanDuel Sports Network Ohio/NBC Sports California
86° sunny at start time

Athletics Form & Recent Results

Sacramento heads into this matchup riding the momentum of a two-game winning streak, though the team struggled recently by losing three of its previous five games before facing Cincinnati on Saturday. In their dominant 3-0 victory over Cincinnati on Friday, Carlos Cortes was a standout performer for the Athletics, going 2-for-3 at the plate with a pair of home runs, driving in two runs, and scoring twice himself. Offensively, Nick Kurtz and Shea Langeliers have been Sacramento’s biggest power threats this season, each tallying an impressive 30 home runs to lead the club. Brent Rooker isn’t far behind, having launched 27 homers so far on the year. When it comes to run production, Tyler Soderstrom has been the team’s top RBI contributor, racking up 88 runs batted in to pace the Athletics’ lineup. Jacob Wilson holds the highest batting average on the squad, hitting .317 and providing consistent production at the plate. On the defensive side, Sacramento has given up an average of 4.2 runs per game over their past five outings, as they aim to play spoiler and derail Cincinnati’s postseason push. Overall, Sacramento has been averaging 4.6 runs scored per game this season, showcasing a balanced offense as they prepare to continue their hot streak.

Reds Form & Recent Results

Cincinnati heads into their upcoming matchup on a brief downturn, having lost their most recent game. However, they have managed to secure three wins out of their last five games before their Saturday contest against Sacramento. In their 3-0 defeat to Sacramento on Friday, Brady Singer delivered a solid performance on the mound for the Reds, pitching six innings while surrendering only three hits and two earned runs. Singer also recorded one walk and struck out four batters during his outing. Offensively, Elly De La Cruz has been a standout player for Cincinnati this season. De La Cruz currently leads the team in home runs with nineteen and is also the Reds’ top run producer with eighty-two RBIs. His bat has been consistent as well, as he boasts the highest batting average on the squad at .266. Spencer Steer has also contributed significantly to the team’s power production, ranking second on the team with seventeen home runs. Despite their individual successes, Cincinnati has struggled to produce runs over the last five games, managing just an average of 2.4 runs per contest. As they strive to keep their playoff hopes alive and capture the third NL Wild Card spot, the Reds will be looking to capitalize on the recent struggles of the Mets. To do so, they will need their offense to step up, especially against an Athletics team that is not in postseason contention. Overall, Cincinnati is averaging 4.5 runs per game this season, and boosting their run production will be vital as they fight for a playoff berth.

Starting Pitchers For Reds and Athletics

Cincinnati’s Nick Lodolo on the road: 5-5, 2.36 ERA, 77 K
Sacramento’s Luis Morales at home: 2-1, 3.38 ERA, 14 K

Picks and Prediction For Reds vs Athletics

As the season heads into its final stretch, the Reds are fighting hard to secure a playoff spot, locked in a close and competitive wild card race alongside the Mets and the Giants. With every game now crucial, they’re counting on starting pitcher Nick Lodolo to deliver a strong performance from the outset, hoping that his consistency on the mound can set the tone for the team. At the same time, Cincinnati is desperately in need of an offensive spark as their lineup has struggled lately, and with the playoffs on the line, they can’t afford to squander any scoring opportunities. Nick Lodolo, pitching for Cincinnati, has compiled an 8-7 record this season with a respectable 3.10 ERA, making him a reliable option as they try to stay alive in the postseason chase. On the other side, Sacramento will send Luis Morales to the mound. Morales has been impressive as well, boasting a 3-1 record and a 2.73 ERA so far this year. Final Score Prediction, Cincinnati Reds win 1-0.

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