The Washington Nationals (13-18) face off against the Philadelphia Phillies (17-13) at Citizens Bank Park. The Phillies are on a four-game winning streak, recently defeating the Nationals 7-2, with Kyle Schwarber hitting a three-run homer in the first inning. This season, the Phillies have dominated the match-up, winning 4 of 5 games against Washington. The latest odds favor Philadelphia, with the moneyline at -168 and a spread of -1.5. Brad Lord (0-3, 4.67 ERA) is expected to start for the Nationals, while Taijuan Walker (1-2, 2.78 ERA) takes the mound for the Phillies.

Betting insights show that while the Phillies are favored, their pitcher Walker has a 5.00 ERA in his last five starts. Expert predictions suggest to lean towards the Nationals to avoid the sweep, especially considering their recent performance. The game offers a total run line of 9.0, with expert advice leaning towards the under. Stay connected for live updates and more betting analysis!