Tampa Bay Rays vs Cincinnati Reds predictions, Apr 22, 2026

Apr 21, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Tampa Bay Rays

Cincinnati

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As the Tampa Bay Rays prepare to host the Cincinnati Reds on April 22, 2026, fans can expect an intriguing matchup fueled by contrasting recent performances. The Rays enter the contest with a mixed form, having secured victories in only 2 of their last 5 games. However, they have shown resilience at home and will be looking to leverage their home-field advantage.

In contrast, the Reds arrive in Tampa with a surge of momentum, having won 4 of their last 5 contests. This recent success highlights their offensive prowess and effective pitching strategies, essential elements that could challenge the Rays’ defense.

Bookmakers are favoring the Rays slightly with odds of 1.8 for a home win, while the Reds sit at 2.05 for an away victory. Our model predicts a 54% probability of a home win, indicating a close contest ahead.

Tactically, both teams have their strengths; the Rays will need to capitalize on their home turf, focusing on stability in the bullpen, while the Reds could exploit any defensive lapses. With both sides bringing varying forms to the plate, this game promises to be a competitive clash, devoid of guaranteed outcomes.

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Tampa Bay
53.3%		 Cincinnati
46.7%

Outrights of MLB Cincinnati Reds: 2.13% Tampa Bay Rays: 0.96%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 1.78 2.03
MarathonBet 1.86 2.07
WilliamHill 1.75 2.05

Latest Results

20.04.26 Tampa Bay Rays – Cincinnati Reds – 1:6
19.04.26 Pittsburgh Pirates – Tampa Bay Rays – 6:3
18.04.26 Pittsburgh Pirates – Tampa Bay Rays – 7:8
17.04.26 Pittsburgh Pirates – Tampa Bay Rays – 5:1
16.04.26 Chicago White Sox – Tampa Bay Rays – 3:5		 20.04.26 Tampa Bay Rays – Cincinnati Reds – 1:6
19.04.26 Minnesota Twins – Cincinnati Reds – 4:7
18.04.26 Minnesota Twins – Cincinnati Reds – 4:5
17.04.26 Minnesota Twins – Cincinnati Reds – 1:2
16.04.26 Cincinnati Reds – San Francisco Giants – 0:3

Facts

  • The most interesting match of the day — two teams from the very top of the table will face off (ranked 2 and 4).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Tampa Bay won 1.
  • Tampa Bay has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Cincinnati is currently in excellent shape (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Recently, the opponents have had a series of away games.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • In the last 19 head-to-head matches, Tampa Bay won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 67:78. (average 3.5:4.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Tampa Bay won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 26:25. (average 3.7:3.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    20.04.26 Tampa Bay Rays – Cincinnati Reds – 1:6
    27.07.25 Cincinnati Reds – Tampa Bay Rays – 2:1
    26.07.25 Cincinnati Reds – Tampa Bay Rays – 6:2
    25.07.25 Cincinnati Reds – Tampa Bay Rays – 7:2
    28.07.24 Tampa Bay Rays – Cincinnati Reds – 2:1

    Standings

    Main

    American League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 New York Yankees 22 13 9 110:82 0.591
    2 Tampa Bay Rays 22 12 10 104:115 0.545
    3 Cleveland Guardians 24 13 11 97:104 0.542
    4 Detroit Tigers 23 12 11 100:83 0.522
    5 Athletics 23 12 11 97:114 0.522
    6 Texas Rangers 22 11 11 92:82 0.500
    7 Minnesota Twins 22 11 11 112:100 0.500
    8 Baltimore Orioles 23 11 12 98:103 0.478
    9 Los Angeles Angels 24 11 13 117:109 0.458
    10 Seattle Mariners 24 10 14 94:90 0.417
    11 Toronto Blue Jays 22 9 13 88:111 0.409
    12 Boston Red Sox 22 9 13 89:102 0.409
    13 Houston Astros 24 9 15 130:142 0.375
    14 Chicago White Sox 22 8 14 82:113 0.364
    15 Kansas City Royals 23 7 16 76:110 0.304

    National League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Los Angeles Dodgers 22 16 6 133:76 0.727
    2 Atlanta Braves 23 16 7 131:69 0.696
    3 San Diego Padres 22 15 7 96:79 0.682
    4 Cincinnati Reds 23 15 8 84:87 0.652
    5 Arizona Diamondbacks 22 13 9 99:102 0.591
    6 Chicago Cubs 22 13 9 117:83 0.591
    7 Pittsburgh Pirates 22 13 9 113:88 0.591
    8 St.Louis Cardinals 22 13 9 106:116 0.591
    9 Milwaukee Brewers 21 12 9 106:87 0.571
    10 Miami Marlins 23 11 12 105:104 0.478
    11 Washington Nationals 23 10 13 125:143 0.435
    12 San Francisco Giants 22 9 13 75:96 0.409
    13 Colorado Rockies 23 9 14 92:111 0.391
    14 Philadelphia Phillies 22 8 14 76:118 0.364
    15 New York Mets 22 7 15 72:97 0.318

    MLB Outrights

    1. Los Angeles Dodgers: 2.23 (28.91%)

    2. New York Yankees: 9 (7.16%)

    3. New York Mets: 11.08 (5.81%)

    4. Atlanta Braves: 11.36 (5.67%)

    5. Philadelphia Phillies: 11.88 (5.42%)

    6. Chicago Cubs: 13.8 (4.67%)

    7. Seattle Mariners: 14 (4.6%)

    8. Milwaukee Brewers: 16.76 (3.84%)

    9. Detroit Tigers: 19 (3.39%)

    10. Toronto Blue Jays: 20 (3.22%)

    11. San Diego Padres: 21.4 (3.01%)

    12. Pittsburgh Pirates: 22.2 (2.9%)

    13. Baltimore Orioles: 23 (2.8%)

    14. Boston Red Sox: 26 (2.48%)

    15. Texas Rangers: 26 (2.48%)

    16. Cincinnati Reds: 30.2 (2.13%)

    17. Houston Astros: 41 (1.57%)

    18. Arizona Diamondbacks: 41.4 (1.56%)

    19. Cleveland Guardians: 46 (1.4%)

    20. San Francisco Giants: 48.2 (1.34%)

    21. Kansas City Royals: 51 (1.26%)

    22. Tampa Bay Rays: 67 (0.96%)

    23. Miami Marlins: 100.2 (0.64%)

    24. Athletics: 101 (0.64%)

    25. St.Louis Cardinals: 115.2 (0.56%)

    26. Minnesota Twins: 126 (0.51%)

    27. Washington Nationals: 180.2 (0.36%)

    28. Los Angeles Angels: 201 (0.32%)

    29. Colorado Rockies: 280.2 (0.23%)

    30. Chicago White Sox: 401 (0.16%)

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