As the Washington Nationals (13-16) face off against the Philadelphia Phillies (15-13) this Tuesday, the pitching duel features MacKenzie Gore for the Nationals and Zack Wheeler for the Phillies. Washington looks to recover from a stunning 19-5 defeat against the Mets, with third baseman Amed Rosario taking the mound in a pinch, an unusual situation highlighting the team's struggles. The Phillies, coming off a solid series against the Cubs, are favored to win.

The odds favor the Phillies at -192 on the moneyline, while the Nationals sit at +160. With a spread of -1.5 for Philadelphia and a total set at 8.0 runs, expectations are high for an engaging matchup. Notably, MacKenzie Gore boasts 53 strikeouts over 35 innings, leading the league, while Wheeler has struck out 50 in 37.1 innings.

Key betting trends indicate the Phillies have won four of their last five home games against teams under .500, while the Nationals possess a 7-2-1 over record in NL East games this season. Trea Turner has been on a hitting streak, contributing significantly to Philadelphia's offense.