Washington Nationals vs. Philadelphia Phillies Betting Preview

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Aug 9, 2023

As the famous saying goes, “It’s tough to sweep a doubleheader.” The Philadelphia Phillies learned this lesson the hard way yesterday. After easily taking down Game 1, they faced a stunning defeat in the next to the Washington Nationals

This evening, baseball enthusiasts will once again find themselves glued to the action in the City of Brotherly Love with a 6:40 p.m. ET start. The pitching matchup between MacKenzie Gore and Michael Lorenzen will take center stage tonight. The Phillies are prominent favorites in the betting world, priced at a notable -190 and a total standing at nine.

Gore, the promising young gun for the Nationals, is keen on carving a niche for himself in MLB. Meanwhile, the Phillies’ recent acquisition, Michael Lorenzen, has already made a statement, delivering an impressive eight innings against the Miami Marlins on the road; he’s keen on replicating such a performance. Yet, at a -190 moneyline price, the Phillies aren’t coming cheap.

Even with a record standing 15 games under .500, the Nationals have time and again proven that no game is a given. They’ve had no issue putting together some strong upsets this year.

Speaking of predictions, while many might be expecting a high-scoring game, especially considering the previous showdown’s total runs, the current dynamics hint otherwise. With the pitching prowess of both Gore and Lorenzen, the game might lean toward a low-scoring affair. 

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