The San Francisco Giants (45-40) are set to face the Arizona Diamondbacks (42-42) in Phoenix, with Hayden Birdsong on the mound for the Giants against Zac Gallen of the Diamondbacks. In game one of the series, the Diamondbacks emerged victorious, winning 4-2, primarily due to Ryne Nelson's stellar performance, striking out seven in 6.2 innings while allowing only two earned runs.

As the teams prepare for their second matchup, important betting insights highlight that with Gallen starting, the Diamondbacks have won five of their last seven home games against the Giants. Additionally, the under has cashed in six of Gallen's last eight starts. The odds favor Arizona at -137 on the moneyline, while the Giants sit at +115. Today's game is projected to total at 9.0 runs. Expect expert predictions to heavily influence betting strategies, particularly with Gallen's recent form being a focal point.