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Philadelphia Phillies Look to Bounce Back Against Arizona Diamondbacks After Recent Struggles

The Philadelphia Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks are set to face off in the second game of their four-game series on Friday night. The Phillies, who have been struggling recently with a 3-7 record in their last 10 games, will send Zach Wheeler to the mound as their starting pitcher. Wheeler has an impressive 11-5 record with a 2.77 ERA. On the other hand, the Diamondbacks have been on a hot streak, going 8-2 in their last 10 games before this series. They will start Ryne Nelson, who has an 8-6 record with a 4.65 ERA. The game is scheduled to start at 9:40 EST at Chase Field, with Philadelphia opening as the betting favorite at -153.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Phillies -138 | Diamondbacks +123
• Spread: Phillies -1.5 (+120) | Diamondbacks +1.5 (-136)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Philadelphia will win straight-up is 58%.

Philadelphia vs Arizona Stats

Philadelphia Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies currently hold a seven-game lead in their division and are not in immediate danger of losing their position. However, they have struggled in the second half of the season, going 6-12 since the All-Star break. The offense has scored 58 runs over the last 12 games and hit .247 as a team, ranking ninth in the NL. Kyle Schwarber had a standout performance in a recent game, hitting three home runs and driving in seven runs. Pitching has also been a concern, with a 4.76 ERA over the last 12 games. Despite this, starting pitcher Wheeler has been impressive with a 2.77 ERA and 148 strikeouts. The bullpen has been average, with a 3.98 ERA ranking eighth in the NL. In terms of overall performance, Philadelphia is ranked 6 in offense, #4 in defense, and has a record of 69-46 this season. Newly acquired outfielder Austin Hays is a question mark due to a hamstring injury.

Arizona Diamondbacks Analysis

The Arizona Diamondbacks have been on a hot streak in the second half of the season, winning 14 out of their last 18 games and closing the gap on the division leader. Their offense has been particularly impressive, scoring 85 runs in their last 12 games and hitting .299 as a team. Josh Bell has been a standout player since coming over at the trade deadline, with multiple two-home run games. The pitching staff has also been solid, with the team capturing ten wins in their last 12 games despite a team ERA of 4.46. The Diamondbacks currently have a power ranking of 1 and are ranked #1 for offense in the league. In terms of defense, they are ranked #24. Additionally, the team holds a record of 63-53. Injuries have been a concern, with catcher Gabriel Moreno placed on the 10-day injured list with a left adductor strain. Overall, the Diamondbacks are performing well and look to continue their winning streak.

Phillies favored over Diamondbacks in upcoming clash at Chase Field

In their previous encounter in June, the Phillies emerged victorious in two out of three games played on their home ground. However, the upcoming game will take place in Arizona, where the Diamondbacks have a strong record of 31-25 this season and have won five out of their last six games at Chase Field. Despite the Phillies' less impressive 5-7 record on the road since the All-Star break, their pitcher Wheeler is a standout performer this season. Wheeler is coming off his most impressive start this season, having only allowed two runs in his last three road starts spanning 21 innings. In contrast, the Diamondbacks' pitcher Nelson has a 5.33 ERA in nine starts at Chase Field this season. Considering these factors, the Phillies are the recommended choice for the upcoming game.

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