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Today's free MLB betting picks, odds, predictions for the Nationals vs. Phillies on August 18, 2023. Our best bets and top picks for moneylines, run totals and more.
Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Philadelphia Phillies vs. Washington Nationals, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Friday, August 18th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Phillies vs. Nationals
The Phillies take on the Nationals on Friday, August 18th 2023 at Nationals Park, Washington. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Philadelphia Phillies (66-55) vs. Washington Nationals (55-67)
- Date: Friday, August 18th 2023
- Time: 7:05 ET
- Venue: Nationals Park, Washington
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Philadelphia Phillies - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
At 66-55, the Philadelphia Phillies travel to take on the Washington Nationals, ranked 2nd in the NL East. In their 63 games as the road team, Philadelphia has put together a record of 32-31.
Philadelphia's record against the runline stands at 52-69, even though they have been favored in 80 of their 121 games. The team's over/under record comes in at 51-61 with an average betting line of 9.
Michael Lorenzen gets the start for the Phillies with a below .500 record at 7-7. Through 20 outings, Michael Lorenzen has an ERA sitting at 3.23. Opponents have had a tough time against the right-hander, as they are batting just .215 against him. Michael Lorenzen has given up 12 home runs leading to a WOBA allowed of .268. Lorenzen's WHIP of 1.03 comes along with a total of 32 walks allowed.
Philadelphia's offense enters play with the 13th-ranked scoring offense, averaging 4.6 runs per game. Through 122 game, the Phillies have a team batting average of .255, ranking 8th. The team's lineup has gone deep at toal of 140 times this season, placing them 15th in the league. Up to this point, Philadelphia has been one of the MLB's better teams at getting on base, ranking 11th at .323.
Washington Nationals - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
The Washington Nationals come into this road contest vs Philadelphia with a below .500 record (55-67). In the NL East division standings, the team ranks 5th. Heading into today's game, the Nationals will look to turn things around at home. Currently they are just 27-35 at Nationals Park.
Across their 122 games, Washington has been favored 10 times, yet their record against the runline is above .500. The team has an over/under record of 57-61, with an average betting line of 9.
Starting for the Nationals will be Joan Adon, with an overall record of 1-0. Joan Adon will be looking to bring down an ERA of 5.14. On the season, he has held opposing hitters to a batting average of just .157. So far, Adon has given up three home runs and comes in with a WOBA allowed of .232. Adon has a WHIP of .86, with four walks allowed.
Washington's offense comes into this game averaging 4.4 runs per game, placing them near the MLB average. Through 122 game, the Nationals have a team batting average of .259, ranking 5th. Although the team is hitting for a high batting average, they have struggled to generate power, ranking 25th in the league, at 112 home runs. Throughout the season, Washington is ranked 12th in OBP (.320).
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Phillies vs. Nationals
Heading into today's matchup between Philadelphia and Washington, the Phillies are the betting favorite at -200 on the moneyline. Philadelphia's implied win probability sits at 66.67%. The MLB predictive model shows Philadelphia picking up the win. For aggressive bettors, there is enough of an edge to take the Phillies on the runline.
Recommended Betting Pick: Phillies -1.5
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