Reds vs. Marlins Odds, Prediction, and Line: 2026 MLB Picks for April 9 from Proven Model The Miami Marlins aim to split the four-game series against the Cincinnati Reds in the final matchup of the 2026 season, set for Thursday afternoon at loanDepot Park in Miami. The Reds, who entered the game with an 8-4 record, had their five-game winning streak snapped in a 7-4 loss to the Marlins on Wednesday. The Reds, now 5-1 on the road this season, face a challenge against a Marlins team that has won six of its last seven games at home. The Marlins, with a 7-5 record, are looking to capitalize on their momentum after ending a two-game losing streak. The game is scheduled for 12:10 p.m. ET, with the Reds holding a slight edge in the all-time series, 139-107. However, the Marlins have dominated the recent matchups, winning five of the last seven games against Cincinnati. The money line odds favor the Marlins as -128 favorites, meaning bettors would need to risk $128 to win $100, while the Reds are listed as +109 underdogs, offering a higher payout for a $100 bet. The over/under for total runs is set at 8, with SportsLine’s model projecting the game to exceed that total. SportsLine’s computer model, which has a track record of profitability in MLB betting, simulated the Reds vs. Marlins matchup 10,000 times and identified key trends. The model’s analysis suggests the Marlins, who rank fourth in the league in offense with a .262 team batting average, are poised to outscore the Reds. The Marlins have scored 59 runs in 12 games, the sixth-highest total in baseball, while the Reds, who scored 716 runs in 2025, are expected to contribute significantly to the offensive output. The model’s projections highlight the Marlins’ strong offensive potential, with their lineup expected to generate over 1.#loandepot_park #miami_marlins #cincinnati_reds #otto_lopez #jakob_marsee
