Nationals vs. Phillies Best Over/Under 5/17/24

Washington Nationals vs. Philadelphia Phillies Game Pick

The Washington Nationals take on the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on Friday, May 17th, at 6:40 PM EDT

Washington Nationals vs. Philadelphia Phillies Odds

Moneyline: Nationals +230 (BetRivers), Phillies -250 (BetMGM)

Run Line: Nationals +1.5 (+104 FanDuel), Phillies -1.5 (-115 Caesars Casino)

Total: Over 7.5 (+100 BetMGM), Under 7.5 (-112 BetRivers)

Starting Pitchers

Nationals: Jake Irvin (3.55 ERA; 1.09 WHIP)

Phillies: Zack Wheeler (2.53 ERA; 0.99 WHIP)

Betting Trends

ATS: Nationals: 16-26 Phillies: 23-21

Over/Under: Nationals: 19-22-1 Phillies: 19-25

Matchup Preview

The Washington Nationals will face off against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on Friday, May 17th, at 6:40 PM EDT. In their previous matchups, the Nationals emerged victorious in one game, while the Phillies secured wins in two games. Luis García Jr. has been a strong performer for the Nationals with a .283 batting average, 3 home runs, and 20 RBI. Jacob Young has contributed with a .262 batting average and 8 RBI. CJ Abrams has also been a key player for the Nationals with a .261 batting average, 7 home runs, and 20 RBI.

On the other side, Trea Turner has been a standout player for the Phillies with a .343 batting average, 2 home runs, and 9 RBI. Alec Bohm has been consistent with a .331 batting average, 4 home runs, and 35 RBI. Bryson Stott has also been a strong contributor with a .276 batting average, 4 home runs, and 26 RBI.

Both teams have shown solid performances this season, but considering the Nationals' recent win against the Phillies and their strong offensive lineup, we believe they have the edge in this matchup. Despite Trea Turner's absence due to injury, the Nationals have shown depth in their lineup and have the ability to score runs against the Phillies' pitching staff.

Our pick: over