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Philadelphia Phillies Aim to Sweep Arizona Diamondbacks in Crucial Three-Game Series Finale

The Arizona Diamondbacks will face off against the Philadelphia Phillies in a crucial game to close out a three-game series on Sunday, May 4. The Phillies are looking to sweep the Diamondbacks after dominating the first two games of the weekend set. With Philadelphia holding a 19-14 record and Arizona at 17-16, this game is shaping up to be a competitive matchup. The starting pitchers will be Eduardo Rodriguez for the Diamondbacks, who has an ERA of 6.06, and Ranger Suarez for the Phillies, who has an ERA of 0. Philadelphia is currently favored to win with -130 opening odds. The game is set to begin at 2:05 P.M. EST.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Diamondbacks +113 | Phillies -130
• Spread: Diamondbacks +1.5 (-180) | Phillies -1.5 (+155)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Philadelphia will win straight-up is 57%.

Arizona vs Philadelphia Stats

Arizona Diamondbacks

Arizona Diamondbacks currently hold a record of 17-16 overall and are positioned in fourth place in the National League West division, 5.5 games behind the Dodgers in first place. While they do have a positive 9-8 road record, the team has struggled in their recent games, losing seven of their last 10. In their most recent game, the Diamondbacks suffered a 7-2 defeat to the Phillies, with Brandon Pfaadt lasting just 4.2 innings and allowing six runs. Eduardo Rodriguez is set to start in their upcoming game with a record of 1-3 and a 6.06 ERA in six starts this season. Offensively, Arizona has a .245 batting average and ranks fourth in runs scored due to hitting the fourth most home runs while also having the third fewest strikeouts. With a power ranking of 17, the Diamondbacks are ranked 4 in offense and 24 in defense, with a record of 17-15 this season.

Philadelphia Phillies Analysis

The Philadelphia Phillies currently have a 19-14 overall record and are in second place in the National League East Division. They are three games back of the Mets. The Phillies have a strong home record with a 13-5 record and have won six of their last seven games. In their last game, they defeated the Diamondbacks 7-2 with strong performances from JT Realmuto, Max Kepler, and Aaron Nola. They are hitting .252 from the plate and are ranked ninth best in the league. Ranger Suarez is starting in their upcoming game, making his season debut after a strong performance in the minor leagues. The Phillies has a power ranking of 20 and are ranked 13th in offense and 17th in defense, with an overall 18-14 record. Arizona went 1-2 in their last three matchups against Philadelphia.

Ranger Suarez to Lead Phillies Against Struggling Diamondbacks: Betting Tip Inside

Ranger Suarez is set to make his season debut on Sunday, demonstrating promising potential as he transitions from the minor leagues to a starting role with the Phillies. The team has been performing well, particularly in the pitching department, which will likely stifle the struggling offensive production of the Arizona Diamondbacks. With a road batting average of just .227 this season, the Diamondbacks will face a tough challenge against the Phillies. Meanwhile, Philadelphia's offense has been consistent, poised to take advantage of Eduardo Rodriguez's 6.06 ERA in six starts this year. Therefore, it is advisable to consider placing a bet on the Phillies to cover in this matchup.

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