In the second game of this double header, the Diamondbacks (60-67) will once again play host to the Phillies (72-57) at Chase Field in Phoenix on Wednesday, August 31. As we move through the home stretch of the regular season, each of these teams will of course be searching for a win. Be sure to catch first pitch at 6:40 p.m. MT!
Coming into their next game, the Diamondbacks have claimed victory against their opponents. In their most recent meeting on Tuesday, the score was 12-3 in favor of the Diamondbacks. The Diamondbacks had 13 runs to the Phillies seven runs. We’ll see what plays out when it all goes down at Chase Field.
Diamondbacks vs Phillies Prediction
The oddmakers believe that the Phillies have better chances of taking this one. Per FanDuel, they are at -136 odds for victory, while Arizona are +116. Total runs for this contest is predicted to be 9.
In their previous game on Monday, the Diamondbacks defeated the Phillies by a score of 13-7. So far this season, the team is currently batting .229 thanks in large part to their top hitter, Joshua Rojas, who has a batting average of .272. Defensively, they have an ERA of 4.16 and a .984 fielding percentage.
In their last game on Monday, the Phillies were defeated by the Diamondbacks by a score of 13-7. So far this season, the team is currently batting .306, thanks in large part to their top hitter, Alec Bohm, who has a batting average of .285. Defensively, they carry an ERA of 3.9 and a .987 fielding percentage. Be sure to take a look at our evaluation of the odds and make your choices based on the teams’ recent performances!
Going into this clash, the Diamondbacks are without Keynan Middleton (Ankle), Tyler Gilbert (Elbow), Kyle Nelson (Back), Humberto Castellanos (Elbow) and Nicholas Ahmed (Shoulder). Then, the Phillies will play without Hans Crouse (Biceps), Zachary Eflin (Knee), Nicholas Castellanos (Toe), James McArthur (Elbow), Seranthony Domínguez (Triceps), Símon Muzziotti (Knee), Zachary Wheeler (Forearm), Damon Jones (Shoulder) and Corey Knebel (Lat).
Moneyline Pick: Phillies (-136) at FanDuel
The team is considered the favorite according to the betting market. In their last encounter against these opponents, the Diamondbacks won 12-3.
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Diamondbacks vs Phillies Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Philadelphia (-136), Arizona (+116) at FanDuel
- Run Line: Philadelphia -1.5 (+112), Arizona 1.5 (-134) at FanDuel
- Over/Under: Under 9 Runs (-106), Over 9 Runs (-114) at FanDuel
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Diamondbacks vs Phillies Betting Trends
- Win % as favorite: Diamondbacks 0.27%, Phillies 0.58%
- Win % as underdog: Diamondbacks 0.48%, Phillies 0.25%
- Win-loss record last 10 games: Arizona 6-4, Philadelphia 6-4
Runline Pick: Phillies -1.5 Runs (+112) at FanDuel
Wager: 1 unit
For our spread pick to win, the Phillies will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover.
Over/Under Pick: Under 9 Total Runs (-106) at FanDuel
Wager: 0.5 units
The Diamondbacks have averaged 6.7 runs per game over their last 10 matches. By comparison, the Phillies have recorded 6.7 runs during the same timeframe.
