Philadelphia Phillies vs
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Phillies Aim to Sweep Rays in Series Finale at George M. Steinbrenner Field

The Philadelphia Phillies and Tampa Bay Rays are set to finish their three game series on Thursday night at George M. Steinbrenner Field. The Phillies have taken the first two games of the series, with the Rays looking to avoid a sweep. Jesus Luzardo will be starting for the Phillies with a 1.94 ERA, while Ryan Pepiot will be starting for the Rays with a 4.23 ERA. Philadelphia is the favorite with a -135 opening line that has not moved. For more insights and predictions, check out David Delano's premium picks, as he is on a 17-6 MLB run and is the leading handicapper this week. Winning in MLB is a challenge, so make sure to explore all our top MLB cappers.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Phillies -135 | Rays +120
• Spread: Phillies -1.5 (+122) | Rays +1.5 (-141)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Philadelphia will win straight-up is 57%.

Philadelphia vs Tampa Bay Stats

Philadelphia Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies are currently second in the NL East, behind the Mets, and are performing well in both offense and pitching. Offensively, they are averaging 4.77 runs per game, with a .258 batting average and .745 OPS. Leading the charge are Kyle Schwarber with 12 home runs and Trea Turner with a .301 average and eight stolen bases. On the pitching side, the team holds a 3.96 ERA and 1.29 WHIP, with solid consistency in their rotation and strong performances from pitcher Jesus Luzardo. Overall, the Phillies have a power ranking of 14, ranking 11th in offense, 17th in defense, and hold a 20-15 record this season.

Tampa Bay Rays Analysis

Tampa Bay's offense has been struggling, averaging 3.85 runs per game and ranking 22nd in the league. Their batting average of .245 and OPS of .681 also rank in the middle of the pack. However, they have been successful on the basepaths, ranking 4th in stolen bases. Junior Caminero leads the team with 6 home runs, while Yandy Diaz, Brandon Lowe, and Jonathan Aranda all lead the team with 17 RBI. On the pitching side, the Rays have been strong, posting a 3.69 ERA and a 1.20 WHIP, ranking 12th and 7th respectively. They have 15 quality starts, showing the strength of their rotation. Defensively, they lead the league with the fewest errors. Tampa Bay has a power ranking of 19 and a record of 16-19 overall. They recently won all three matchups against Philadelphia.

Phillies Dominate First Two Games, Look to Continue Winning Streak against Rays' Standout Pitcher

The Philadelphia Phillies have emerged victorious in the first two games of the series, largely due to stellar performances by Zack Wheeler and Cristopher Sanchez. As the Tampa Bay Rays prepare to take on Jesus Luzardo, a pitcher who has garnered recognition for his standout play and early Cy Young potential, it is clear that they face a formidable challenge. Luzardo has excelled, particularly on the road, boasting an impressive 1.59 ERA in away games. In contrast, Tampa Bay's Ryan Pepiot has struggled at home, holding a 1-3 record and a 4.82 ERA. Considering the recent performances of both teams, betting on the Phillies to win on the moneyline presents a strong opportunity for value.

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