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Philadelphia Phillies Favored to Beat Los Angeles Angels in Interleague Showdown

The Philadelphia Phillies are set to take on the Los Angeles Angels in the second game of their three-game interleague series as they look to close the gap on Atlanta at the top of the NL East standings. Spencer Turnbull will take the mound for the Phillies, boasting an impressive 2-0 record and 1.33 ERA, while Tyler Anderson will start for the Angels with a 2-3 record and 1.78 ERA. The game will be played at Angel Stadium with a scheduled start time of 9:38 PM ET. Despite splitting their last 10 meetings, the Phillies are currently favored to win with a line of Philadelphia -139 after opening at -134. Please note that this preview was written before Monday's game was played.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Phillies -139 | Angels +118
• Spread: Phillies -1.5 (+115) | Angels +1.5 (-138)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Philadelphia will win straight-up is 58%.

Philadelphia vs Los Angeles Stats

Philadelphia Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies bounced back from a series loss to the Reds with a series sweep of the Padres over the weekend. They will be aiming for their second consecutive series win when they take on the Angels on Tuesday. The team is currently averaging 4.66 runs per game, with a .256 batting average (sixth in the league), .326 on base percentage (seventh), and .419 slugging percentage (fifth). Alec Bohm leads the team with a .365 batting average and 26 RBI, while Kyle Schwarber has hit seven home runs. The Phillies' pitching has been solid, allowing 3.34 runs per game, with opponents batting .214 against them (third in the league). Their 3.36 ERA ranks seventh, and their 1.13 WHIP is fourth. In their last start, Turnbull gave up three hits and one run in five innings, contributing to a 7-4 loss to the Reds. With a power ranking of 5, the Phillies are ranked 15th in offense (scoring an average of 4.54 runs per game), sixth in defense (allowing an average of 3.71 runs per game), and have a season record of 19-10.

Los Angeles Angels Analysis

The Los Angeles Angels have struggled in their recent games, losing three straight series and currently sitting in fourth place in the AL West standings. They will look to improve their performance with a win in their upcoming game on Tuesday. The team averages 4.25 runs per game and has a .237 batting average, ranking 20th in the league. Their pitching has also been subpar, giving up 4.93 runs per game with a 5.01 ERA. Logan O'Hoppe leads the team with a .293 batting average, while Mike Trout has hit 10 home runs and Taylor Ward has 23 RBI. A solid start from Anderson will be crucial for the team's chances of success in their next game. Additionally, Los Angeles has a power ranking of 27 and ranks 18th in offense and 28th in defense. They currently have a 10-18 record and recently went 1-2 against Philadelphia. If you are interested in making money, consider exploring the best betting sites.

Philadelphia Phillies Expected to Dominate Los Angeles Angels in upcoming game

The Philadelphia Phillies have demonstrated solid performance in their recent road games, winning four out of the last six matches. Their offensive prowess has been highlighted by a total of 22 runs scored in the past three games. In the upcoming game, the Phillies are expected to maintain their strong offensive showing, particularly against left-handed pitching as well as a struggling Anderson, who has conceded seven runs in his last three starts. Anderson has struggled against the Phillies in recent matchups, allowing a total of 11 runs in the last two encounters. Conversely, the Los Angeles Angels have faced difficulties in their home games, losing five out of the last six matches. While they have scored 13 runs in their last three games, their offensive performance may be impacted by a lackluster record against right-handers. Turnbull, who has performed well for the Phillies by conceding only four runs in five starts, is expected to pose a challenge for the Angels' offense, particularly based on his impressive record in road games. Therefore, it is advised to consider Philadelphia as the favored choice to cover the money line in this game.

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