Reds’ Noelvi Marte talks about game-saving catch, season-saving win over Pirates
Cincinnati Reds RF Noelvi Marte never played a game in the outfield in his life until July 20. On Thursday, he made the Reds’ catch of the season.
The Cincinnati Reds finally got a win in their late-season playoff push.
The Reds took care of business for the day on Sept. 25, beating the Pittsburgh Pirates, 2-1, in a rain-delayed matinee at Great American Ball Park.
Cincinnati continues to vie with the New York Mets for a National League wild card spot. The Mets remain a game ahead after they beat the Chicago Cubs 8-5 on Thursday night. The Arizona Diamondbacks, who lost against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday, are one game behind the Reds in the race.
Here’s where the Reds stand as of Friday for a chance at the postseason.
What are the chances of the Reds making the playoffs?
According to FanGraphs, the Reds (81-78) have a 20.1% chance of making the playoffs. Baseball Reference says the Reds have a 26.6% chance of reaching the postseason.
The Reds’ win moved the needle only slightly. The day prior, the team had a 19.7% chance, according to FanGraphs, and a 22.7% chance, according to Baseball Reference.
What are the betting odds for the Cincinnati Reds to make the MLB playoffs?
According to BetMGM, the Reds odds to make the playoffs are +230. Their odds to miss the playoffs are -285.
What are the betting odds for the Cincinnati Reds to win the National League pennant?
The Reds’ odds of reaching the 2025 World Series are +3000.
What are the chances the Cincinnati Reds make the World Series?
Baseball Reference has the Reds’ chances of reaching the World Series at 1.6%, and it says they have a .9% chance of winning the World Series. FanGraphs, on the other hand, says the Reds have a .4% chance of winning the World Series.
What are the betting odds for the Cincinnati Reds to win the World Series?
Per BetMGM, the Reds have +5000 odds to win the World Series, which places them at No. 13 out of the 15 teams still alive.
When was the last time the Reds made the playoffs?
The last time the Reds made the MLB playoffs was in 2020, when they lost the NL wild card series to the Atlanta Braves.
Contributing: Pat Brennan, The Cincinnati Enquirer.