Washington Nationals vs San Diego Padres 6/24/2023 Forecast, Spread and Picks

Washington Nationals vs San Diego Padres 6/24/2023 – The Washington Nationals are set to take on the San Diego Padres at Petco Park in what promises to be a thrilling contest on Saturday. The Padres, with a record of 36-39, are looking to rebound from a recent series loss to the San Francisco Giants. As they take the field for the second game of their three-game series against the Nationals, the Padres aim to showcase their resilience and regain their winning form. The top baseball betting sites favor the San Diego Padres winning in this game.

Washington Nationals vs San Diego Padres 6/24/2023

Washington Nationals vs San Diego Padres 6/24/2023

Team	RL	TOTAL	ML
Washington Nationals	+1.5 (-120)	8.5 o (-115)	+179
San Diego Padres	-1.5 (+100)	8.5 u (-105)	-195

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Washington Nationals

The Washington Nationals need a resurgence as they take on the San Diego Padres in a crucial matchup. The Nationals have struggled to generate runs, scoring only 9 in their last three games and failing to surpass 3 in their previous four outings. They have lost 10 out of their last 11 games when scoring three or fewer runs, highlighting their struggles in finding offensive consistency.
Leading the charge for the Nationals is Lane Thomas, who has been a bright spot with 84 hits and 37 RBI. Joey Meneses and Luis Garcia have also made significant contributions, combining 156 hits and 69 RBI. However, the team needs a collective effort to ignite their offense and turn their fortunes around.

Josiah Gray to start for the Nationals

Taking the mound for the Nationals is Josiah Gray, who holds a 4-6 record with a 3.64 ERA and 72 strikeouts this season. This will be Gray’s second career game against the Padres, and he aims to deliver a solid performance to anchor the Nationals’ pitching staff.
Regarding offensive production, the Nationals have averaged 4.12 runs per game, displaying their ability to put runs on the board. Their batting average of .262 ranks seventh in the league, while their on-base percentage of .319 and slugging percentage of .392 place them in the middle of the pack. However, they must find ways to convert their offensive potential into consistent run production.
Defensively, the Nationals have struggled, allowing an average of 4.95 runs per game. Their opponents have capitalized, boasting a .268 batting average against the Nationals, which ranks 27th in the league. With a team ERA of 4.62 and a WHIP of 1.47, Washington’s pitching staff needs to rise to the occasion and stifle the Padres’ potent lineup.

Players to watch: Lane Thomas RF (GP 73, AB 287, R 50, H 84, 2B 19, 3B 2, HR 12, RBI 37, TB 143, BB 18, SO 78, SB 7, AVG 0.293, OBP 0.341, SLG 0.498, OPS 0.839, WAR 2.3, Joey Meneses DH (GP 69, AB 281, R 29, H 82, 2B 17, 3B 1, HR 2, RBI 35, TB 107, BB 18, SO 56, SB 0, AVG 0.292, OBP 0.333, SLG 0.381, OPS 0.714, WAR 0.3

San Diego Padres

The San Diego Padres aim to bounce back after a disappointing road trip that saw them lose three out of four games to the Giants. They are now set to face the struggling Washington Nationals, hoping to secure a victory and regain their winning form. A win in this game would mark their fourth triumph in their last seven outings.
The Padres have showcased their offensive prowess, scoring an impressive 25 runs in their last three games and consistently reaching the 4-run mark in eight of their previous twelve contests. When the Padres score 4 or more runs, they have found success, winning 10 out of their last 13 games. Juan Soto leads the team with 71 hits and 40 RBI, while Xander Bogaerts and Fernando Tatis Jr. have combined for 135 hits and 62 RBI, providing a formidable offensive threat.

Matt Waldron to start for the Padres.

Taking the mound for the Padres is Matt Waldron, who will be making his major league debut. Waldron accumulated a 13-24 record in his minor league career with a 5.32 ERA and 331 strikeouts. This is an exciting opportunity for Waldron to make his mark on the big stage and contribute to the Padres’ pitching efforts.
Offensively, the Padres have averaged 4.25 runs per game, relying on their collective effort to generate scoring opportunities. They will be looking to improve their offensive production and capitalize on scoring opportunities against the struggling Nationals.
Defensively, the Padres have showcased strong pitching, conceding an average of 3.88 runs per game. Their opponents have managed a .232 batting average against the Padres, ranking them fourth in the league. With a team ERA of 3.74 and a WHIP of 1.22, the Padres’ pitching staff has been solid and will aim to maintain their strong performance against the Nationals.

Players to watch: Jake Cronenworth 1B (GP 74, AB 266, R 31, H 56, 2B 10, 3B 4, HR 7, RBI 26, TB 95, BB 35, SO 66, SB 3, AVG 0.211, OBP 0.311, SLG 0.357, OPS 0.668, WAR 0.1, Xander Bogaerts SS (GP 69, AB 258, R 36, H 66, 2B 12, 3B 0, HR 7, RBI 24, TB 99, BB 32, SO 54, SB 9, AVG 0.256, OBP 0.342, SLG 0.384, OPS 0.726, WAR 1.5

Washington Nationals vs San Diego Padres Betting Numbers

Trends

Washington Nationals

Under is 5-0 in Grays’s last 5 Saturday starts.
Over is 4-0 in Grays’s last 4 starts with 4 days of rest.
Under is 8-0 in National’s last eight road games, the total was 6.5 or lower.
The Nationals are 0-7 in their last seven during game 2.
Nationals are 1-6 in their last seven vs. National League West.

San Diego Padres

Under is 7-0 in Padre’s last 7 Saturday games.
Under is 4-0 in Wachas last 4 home starts vs. a team with a losing record.
Total Under is 4-0 in Wachas last 4 starts vs. a team with a losing record.
Under is 4-0 in Wachas last 4 starts, with the total set at 9.0-10.5.
Padres are 5-0 in their last 5 home games vs. a right-handed starter.