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Phillies to Face Nationals in Series Finale with Aaron Nola on the Mound - Philadelphia Looks to Extend Lead

The Philadelphia Phillies and Washington Nationals are set to conclude their three-game divisional series on Sunday afternoon. Aaron Nola will take the mound for the Phillies, while Mitchell Parker will pitch for the Nationals. Philadelphia currently leads the series 1-0. The Phillies are the betting favorite at -158, with no movement on the line. Stay tuned for the prediction on the outcome of this matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Phillies -158 | Nationals +140
• Spread: Phillies -1.5 (+102) | Nationals +1.5 (-122)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Philadelphia will win straight-up is 61%.

Philadelphia vs Washington Stats

Philadelphia Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies will have Aaron Nola pitching in the upcoming series finale, after a strong performance in the 2024 season. Nola recorded a 3.57 ERA, 1.20 WHIP, and a 14-8 record with 197 strikeouts in 199.1 innings last year. He has historically performed well against the Nationals, holding a 3-0 record with a 3.62 ERA in 191.2 career innings against them. The Phillies are aiming for a World Series win this season, following a successful 95-67 record in 2024. They have a veteran core, including J.T. Realmuto and Bryce Harper, who are expected to lead the team to success. The team won their series opener, and despite being average on the road last season, they have started this season with a 1-0 record. Philadelphia averaged 4.80 runs per game and had a 3.89 ERA in 2024, ranking fifth in offense and 11th in pitching. Currently, they are ranked 24th in power rankings.

Washington Nationals Analysis

Mitchell Parker will be starting on Sunday for the Washington Nationals, after an encouraging rookie season where he posted a 4.29 ERA and 1.30 WHIP. The Nationals are looking to improve on their 91-loss season last year, with a young roster that includes promising prospects. Key players to watch this season include Josh Bell, Luis Garcia Jr., James Wood, and Dylan Crews. Despite a subpar performance last year in both runs scored and pitching, the team is optimistic about their potential for growth. The Nationals currently have a power ranking of 27 and are looking to make a statement against the Philadelphia Phillies, whom they went 1-2 against in their last three matchups.

Aaron Nola Named Starting Pitcher for Phillies, Mitchell Parker to Start for Nationals

The Philadelphia Phillies have designated Aaron Nola as the starting pitcher for this game. Nola, a seasoned professional, demonstrated his superiority over the Nationals in the previous season by limiting them to just five earned runs in 24.1 innings, resulting in an impressive 1.85 ERA. Winning three out of four matchups against the Nationals, Nola maintained a commendable 1.20 WHIP for the season. On the other hand, the Nationals are currently facing challenges due to injuries among their starting pitchers, resulting in the selection of Mitchell Parker as their starting pitcher. Parker, a young southpaw, struggled in the previous season with a 4.29 ERA. In his sole encounter against the Phillies, Parker gave up nine runs within three innings, indicating a potential weakness against this particular opponent.

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