Washington Nationals defeat Cincinnati Reds 10-4: Recap & Betting Results

Tue, May 12, 2026 · MLB · Washington Nationals 10, Cincinnati Reds 4

The Washington Nationals beat the Cincinnati Reds 10-4 on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Great American Ball Park. The Washington Nationals covered the run line as 1.5-run underdogs. The game went over the closing total of 9.5, with 14 runs combined.

Washington Nationals vs. Cincinnati Reds final score and game recap

The Washington Nationals won by 6 runs.

The leading performers, from the box score:

Who covered the spread in Washington Nationals vs. Cincinnati Reds?

The Washington Nationals covered the run line as 1.5-run underdogs and won outright, by 6 runs.

The run line opened and closed at Cincinnati Reds -1.5.

Did Washington Nationals vs. Cincinnati Reds go over or under the total?

The game went over: 14 runs combined against a closing total of 9.5, over by 4.5.

The total opened and closed at 9.5.

This result left the Washington Nationals 20-22 in the 2026 regular season (6-13 at home, 14-9 away or at neutral sites). Against the run line, they covered in 23 of 41 games with a closing line on file. Their games went over the closing total 25 times and under 14 times, with 2 pushes.

This result left the Cincinnati Reds 22-20 in the 2026 regular season (12-10 at home, 10-10 away or at neutral sites). Against the run line, they covered in 24 of 41 games with a closing line on file. Their games went over the closing total 25 times and under 15 times, with 1 push.

What's next for Washington Nationals and Cincinnati Reds?

Next for the Washington Nationals: at the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Next for the Cincinnati Reds: the Washington Nationals at home on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.