Early indicators are Cincy's trade deadline deal for Zach Littell from the Rays might be a positive after Littell's stellar show in his Cincy debut last Tuesday at Wrigley Field, allowing just 1 run and 3 hits across 7 IP of a 5-1 win over the Cubs. Littell, who usually works at least six innings, has now allowed just 1 run and 5 hits across 12 IP in his last two starts (vs. the Yankees and Cubs). Littell has the edge if Mike Burrows pitches as he did his last outing for the Pirates, blasted by the Giants last Tuesday, and Pittsburgh losing in 8 of his last 10 starts. Cincy also might have regained momentum in Saturday's 2-1 win. Play Reds on Money Line