Beltway Series Resumes as Orioles Aim for Sixth Straight Victory Against Nationals
The Beltway Series is back this week, with the Baltimore Orioles (97-59) and Washington Nationals (69-88) facing off in two games. The Orioles have won the last five
Game outlook
The Beltway Series is back this week, with the Baltimore Orioles (97-59) and Washington Nationals (69-88) facing off in two games. The Orioles have won the last five matchups, while the Nationals will aim for their 70th win of the season. The game will take place Tuesday at 6:35 p.m. EDT.
Game Info
When: Tuesday, 9/26/2023 @ 6:35pm EST
Where: Oriole Park at Camden Yards Stadium Nationals vs Orioles Betting Odds Moneyline: Nationals +195 | Orioles -239
Spread: Nationals +1.5 (-105) | Orioles -1.5 (-115)
Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baltimore will win straight-up is 71%.
Washington Nationals
Washington's season record is two wins away from being their best since the 2019 championship squad. The pitching staff has surrendered the fourth-most runs per game. Offensively, the Nationals rank 22nd in runs per game, 12th in team batting average, 12th in stolen bases and 81% success rate and have MLB's second-lowest strikeout rate. Washington ranks 29th in home runs, 28th in walk rate, 23rd in on-base percentage and slugging percentage, and 30.4% hard-hitrate. Washington is ranked 30th in their power ranking, 27th in defense, and 69-88 in their current season.
Baltimore Orioles Analysis
Baltimore Orioles' Record Going into this Series: 97-59 AL East Title Guaranteed with 100 Wins: Yes Offensive Power Ranking: #6 Defensive Power Ranking: #8 Recent Record vs. Nationals: 3-0 Finds Success in: Stolen Base, Batting Average, Slugging Percentage Key Players: Kyle Bradish, Yennier Cano