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Phillies Primed to Continue Winning Streak Against Nationals in Final Game of Series

In the upcoming game on Saturday afternoon, the Washington Nationals will face off against the Philadelphia Phillies in the final game of their four-game series at Citizens Bank Park. The Nationals, currently in 4th place in the NL East, will have Jake Irvin on the mound with a 3.72 ERA, while the Phillies, leading the NL East, will start Taijuan Walker with a 5.68 ERA. The Phillies have won the previous two games in the series and are the favorites to win the upcoming game. Scheduled for 1:35 PM Eastern time, this game is expected to be an exciting matchup between the two teams.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Nationals +160 | Phillies -177
• Spread: Nationals +1.5 (-130) | Phillies -1.5 (+110)
• Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Philadelphia will win straight-up is 64%.

Washington vs Philadelphia Stats

Washington Nationals

The Washington Nationals have recently struggled, losing three consecutive games including a 3-2 defeat to the NL East-leading Phillies. Relief pitcher Kyle Finnegan took the loss after giving up a bases-loaded single in the ninth inning. Starter Patrick Corbin allowed two earned runs in 4.1 innings. Rookie left fielder James Wood had a strong game, going 3-3 to raise his average to .289. Third baseman Jose Tena also contributed, driving in a run. The team has been struggling offensively, failing to score more than three runs in their last three games. Nationals manager Dave Martinez acknowledged the team's mistakes in the final inning. Injuries have impacted the team, with first baseman Joey Gallo still on the injured list with a hamstring issue. Despite a power ranking of 26, Washington is ranked 18 in offense and 26 in defense, with a 55-68 record for the season.

Philadelphia Phillies Analysis

The Phillies defeated the Nationals 3-2 in a close game on Friday, extending their winning streak to three. Shortstop Trea Turner had a key hit with the bases loaded to secure the victory, while right fielder Nick Castellanos and catcher J.T. Realmuto also contributed offensively. Starter Aaron Nola had a strong outing, pitching 6.2 scoreless innings. The Phillies' pitching staff has been effective against the Nationals, holding them to three runs or less in both games of the series. In terms of rankings, the Phillies are ranked 29th overall with a 72-50 record and are ranked 6th for offense and 8th for defense. Outfielder Austin Hayes remains on the IL with a hamstring injury.

Phillies Poised for Victory in Series Opener Against Nationals

Walker has been successful in keeping the Nationals scoreless in his last 11.1 innings. Conversely, Irvin has not been able to secure a win in his last two starts against the Phillies, including a previous matchup in Philadelphia earlier this season. The Phillies have been performing well lately, winning their last three games. On the other hand, the Nationals have struggled against the Phillies, losing five consecutive games to them, including a sweep in Philadelphia earlier this season. Additionally, the Phillies have won their last seven games against the Nationals at home. Offensively, the Phillies have a significant advantage over the Nationals, excelling in key categories where Washington falls behind. Furthermore, the Phillies have a strong pitching staff, ranking in the top 10 in multiple categories. With their solid record at Citizens Bank Park and Washington's struggles on the road, the stats point towards a decisive victory for Philadelphia in the series opener. I recommend placing your bet on the Phillies.

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