Philadelphia Phillies vs San Diego Padres 9/5/2023 – Get ready for an exhilarating MLB showdown at Petco Park as the Philadelphia Phillies gear up to face off against the San Diego Padres. This thrilling encounter is scheduled for the upcoming Tuesday, promising an evening of baseball excitement that fans are eagerly awaiting. The Phillies are one of the top teams this season and they are all set to make it to the postseason. The best baseball betting picks are in favor of the Phillies to win this exciting game and cover the spread.
Philadelphia Phillies vs San Diego Padres 9/5/2023
| When: | Tuesday, September 5, 9:40 PM ET |
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| Where: | Petco Park |
| TV: | MLBN |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Philadelphia Phillies vs San Diego Padres 9/5/2023
| Team | RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Phillies | -1.5 (+163) | 8.5 o (-125) | -111 |  |
| Padres | +1.5 (-183) | 8.5 u (+105) | +101 | |
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Philadelphia Phillies
In the previous matchup just a day ago, the Philadelphia Phillies emerged victorious, sealing a heart-pounding 9-7 win that left fans on the edge of their seats. The game showcased the Phillies’ relentless offense, particularly in the early innings, where they wasted no time amassing an impressive eight runs. One of the standout performances came from Kyle Schwarber, who delivered an extraordinary two-hit, three-run contribution, including a stunning home run that sent the crowd into jubilation.
The Phillies have been consistent in their offensive prowess this season, averaging an impressive 4.91 runs per game. However, their pitching staff has allowed an average of 4.38 runs per game, positioning them at the 16th rank in the league for pitching. This stark contrast places them at the 9th rank in offensive rankings. Taking the mound for the Phillies in the upcoming contest is Michael Lorenzen, a seasoned pitcher with an 8-8 record and an admirable ERA of 3.73, instilling hope in fans for another thrilling showdown.
Players to watch: Trea Turner SS (GP 135, AB 562, R 86, H 147, 2B 30, 3B 5, HR 22, RBI 67, TB 253, BB 38, SO 139, SB 25, AVG 0.262, OBP 0.311, SLG 0.45, OPS 0.761, WAR 3, Nick Castellanos RF (GP 134, AB 543, R 68, H 148, 2B 34, 3B 1, HR 22, RBI 85, TB 250, BB 29, SO 161, SB 7, AVG 0.273, OBP 0.309, SLG 0.46, OPS 0.77, WAR 1.2
San Diego Padres
On the opposing side, the San Diego Padres are pinning their hopes on Pedro Avila to lead their pitching effort. Avila, with an impressive ERA of 2.67, shoulders the burden of a 0-2 record. However, in his recent outing against the Giants, he struggled, managing only three innings while conceding six hits and six runs.
The Padres’ offensive performance has averaged 4.52 runs per game, while their pitching staff boasts a well-deserved reputation as one of the league’s best, allowing an average of 4.09 runs per game. These statistics position them at the 16th rank offensively and an impressive 4th rank in pitching. Following their Monday loss, the Padres are acutely aware of the need for an improved pitching performance in the upcoming matchup to stay competitive in the highly-contested NL Wild Card race.
Players to watch: Xander Bogaerts SS (GP 133, AB 507, R 63, H 135, 2B 23, 3B 0, HR 16, RBI 47, TB 206, BB 51, SO 97, SB 14, AVG 0.266, OBP 0.337, SLG 0.406, OPS 0.744, WAR 2.8, Fernando Tatis Jr. RF (GP 119, AB 489, R 78, H 129, 2B 29, 3B 1, HR 22, RBI 70, TB 226, BB 44, SO 116, SB 25, AVG 0.264, OBP 0.327, SLG 0.462, OPS 0.789, WAR 5.1
Philadelphia Phillies vs San Diego Padres Betting Numbers
Trends
Philadelphia Phillies
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Philadelphia’s last 7 games.
Philadelphia are 7-3 SU in their last 10 games.
Philadelphia are 7-1 SU in their last 8 games against San Diego.
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Philadelphia’s last 8 games on the road.
Philadelphia are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games when playing on the road against San Diego.
Philadelphia are 5-2 SU in their last 7 games against an opponent in the National League.
San Diego Padres
The total has gone OVER in 7 of San Diego’s last 7 games against Philadelphia.
San Diego are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games at home.
San Diego are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games when playing at home against Philadelphia.
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of San Diego’s last 8 games played in September.
The total has gone OVER in 10 of San Diego’s last 15 games played on a Tuesday.
Philadelphia Phillies vs San Diego Padres Betting Pick
As the field is set for this future showdown, baseball enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the dynamic interplay of offense and defense that will unfold under the dazzling lights of Petco Park. For the Phillies, it’s about building on their momentum, while the Padres seek to turn the tide of inconsistency and keep their postseason aspirations alive. The countdown to this thrilling future event has begun, and fans are already marking their calendars for a night of baseball excitement like no other. The online baseball betting sites are intact for the Phillies and they are all set to win this game and cover the spread.
Score Prediction: Phillies 8, Padres 2.
