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Diamondbacks and Giants Set to Clash in Decisive Matchup in San Francisco: Eduardo Rodriguez to Face Jordan Hicks

The Diamondbacks and Giants will conclude their three-game series in San Francisco on Wednesday afternoon. The Diamondbacks, currently in fourth place in the NL West Division, are looking to close the gap with the struggling Giants. The pitching matchup will feature Eduardo Rodriguez for the Diamondbacks and Jordan Hicks for the Giants. The game is scheduled to start at 3:45 PM EST. Despite the Giants being the favorites with a -108 opening line, the odds have remained unchanged. For more insights and betting tips, continue reading this Diamondbacks/Giants prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Diamondbacks -107 | Giants -108
• Spread: Diamondbacks -1.5 (+155) | Giants +1.5 (-180)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that San Francisco will win straight-up is 52%.

Arizona vs San Francisco Stats

Arizona Diamondbacks

The Arizona Diamondbacks secured a crucial 2-1 victory over the Giants in a recent game, marking their third win in the last five games. Starter Merrill Kelly delivered an impressive performance, pitching seven innings and allowing just one run while striking out eight batters to earn his fourth win of the season. Corbin Carroll led the team's offense with two solo home runs, while Shelby Miller closed out the game to pick up his second save of the season. The Diamondbacks currently hold a record of 22-20 and sit in fourth place in the NL West, trailing the Giants by just two games for third place. Veteran lefty Eduardo Rodriguez is set to start the next game, despite struggling with a record of 1-3 and an ERA of 6.86 in his previous starts. The team is dealing with key injuries to RP Justin Martinez, RP AJ Puk, SP Jordan Montgomery, and SP Blake Walston. With a power ranking of 22, Arizona ranks 5th in offense and 24th in defense, averaging 4.95 points scored and 4.98 points allowed per game.

San Francisco Giants Analysis

In a recent series against the Diamondbacks, the Giants faced a challenging loss with a final score of 2-1, marking their fourth consecutive defeat. Despite a strong effort from player Heliot Ramos, the team struggled to capitalize on their opportunities, going 1-for-6 with runners in scoring position. Pitcher Justin Verlander took the loss, allowing two solo home runs among nine hits in six innings. Looking ahead, the Giants will aim to bounce back with pitcher Jordan Hicks on the mound, who holds a 1-4 season record with a 5.82 ERA. The team's current power ranking is 16, with a notable offense ranking of 13 and a defense ranking of 8. Despite Arizona's recent 1-2 series victory over San Francisco, the Giants hold an overall record of 24-18 for the season. Notable injuries include 2B Tyler Fitzgerald, SP Joel Peguero, and RP Cole Waites being out of play.

Bullpen Advantage: Giants are Favorites in Pitching Matchup Against Diamondbacks

Both starting pitchers in this matchup have faced challenges early in the season. Rodriguez has an ERA nearing seven, while Hicks sits at close to six. Both pitchers have struggled to pitch deep into games, with an average of just over five innings per start. This game is likely to hinge on the performances of the bullpens, where the Giants hold a significant advantage. Ranking as the top bullpen in baseball this season, the Giants are matched against the Diamondbacks, who have the fifth-worst bullpen ERA. Additionally, the Giants have excelled in day games this season, boasting a record of 13-6. Given these trends, it is recommended to place a bet on the Giants to win with the money line.

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