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Nationals and Orioles Set to Renew Rivalry in Friday Night Showdown in Baltimore - Orioles Favored with Line Opening at -105

The Nationals and Orioles will face off in a highly anticipated interleague rivalry game on Friday night in Baltimore. The Nationals previously won two out of three games against the Orioles earlier in the season. The pitching matchup will feature Mackenzie Gore for the Nationals and Kyle Gibson for the Orioles. The game is set to start at 7:05 PM EST. For more insights on this game and betting tips, continue reading this Nationals/Orioles prediction. The Orioles are currently the favorite with a line opening at -105.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Nationals -105 | Orioles -105
• Spread: Nationals -1.5 (+146) | Orioles +1.5 (-176)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baltimore will win straight-up is 51%.

Washington vs Baltimore Stats

Washington Nationals

The Washington Nationals are gearing up for a three-game series against the Baltimore Orioles as they strive to remain competitive in the tough NL East division. Despite currently sitting in fourth place, they are determined to improve their standing. After dropping three of four games to the Atlanta Braves, the Nationals are looking to bounce back with lefty Mackenzie Gore taking the mound in game one against the Orioles. Gore has shown promise with a record of 2-4 and impressive stats, including an ERA of 3.59 and 75 strikeouts. The team will be without key players including Tyler Stuart and Joan Adon due to injuries. With a power ranking of 26 and a record of 18-26, the Nationals will be looking to improve their offense and defense as they face their local rivals.

Baltimore Orioles Analysis

The Baltimore Orioles, who were expected to be contenders in the American League, have struggled this season and currently sit in last place in the AL East with a record of 15-27. The team has lost four of their last five games, including a recent 4-0 loss to the Twins. Starter Tomoyuki Sugano took the loss in that game, pitching 6.1 innings and allowing four runs. The Orioles' offense has been held in check, managing just six hits in the game. The team has had difficulty putting together win streaks and is struggling in the standings, with their starting pitching being a major issue. The Orioles will send Kyle Gibson to the mound in their upcoming game, as he looks for his first win of the season. Gibson has struggled in his three starts, with an ERA of 13.11 and giving up 23 hits in just 11.2 innings of work. The Orioles are 0-3 in Gibson's starts this year. Additionally, the team has key injuries to relief pitchers Cody Poteet and Carlos Tavera. The Orioles currently have a power ranking of 29 and are ranked 25th in offense and 27th in defense, scoring an average of 3.77 runs per game and giving up 5.44 runs per game. In their recent matchups, the Orioles went 1-2 against the Washington Nationals.

Orioles' Starter Gibson Under Scrutiny After Poor Performance; Nationals Expected to Dominate

It appears Orioles' starter Gibson is under scrutiny to secure his place on the roster due to recent poor performance. He has allowed 23 hits and seven home runs in just over 11 innings, resulting in losses in all three starts this year. Gibson has struggled to pitch beyond the fifth inning in each start. In contrast, his opponent, Gore, displayed promising performance in his initial game against the Orioles, permitting only four hits and two runs in a close 2-1 defeat. Despite the Orioles' talented young lineup, the team is collectively hitting just .227 this season, falling short of their offensive capabilities in previous years. It is likely that the Nationals will dominate Gibson, securing their third victory against the Orioles in four meetings this season. Consider selecting Baltimore with the money line.

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