Alternate Total Runs +8.5 • Over

Okay, so I'm taking the over 8.5 on the Angels‑Reds at DraftKings — two units, odds -147 — and yes, I know that sounds a bit bold but hear me out. Both teams have enough lineup depth and bullpen uncertainty that this feels like a game that could sputter into extra offense rather than a 2‑1 snoozer (I’m hoping, knocking on wood quietly). The 8.5 total implies we should expect multiple innings where both sides chip in offensively and a few bullpen appearances that could inflate the score, which fits my slightly nervous optimism about this one.