Get ready for another thrilling matchup in Major League Baseball as the Washington Nationals take on the San Diego Padres tonight at 8:40 PM EDT. This game is definitely worth watching, with the run total set at 9.0. The Padres are -1.5 on the run line at odds of +105, while the Nationals are +1.5 at odds of -125. If you’re looking for some great sports betting tips, then keep reading as we give you our take on this exciting game.
The Pitching Matchup
The pitching matchup for this game is set to be Josiah Gray vs. Matt Waldron. Gray has a 3-5 record with a 5.01 ERA, while Waldron has notched a 5.46 ERA in five starts since replacing Blake Snell. It will be interesting to see how they perform, and whether the Nationals can bounce back from their previous crushing loss to the Padres.
Last Game Recap
These teams played each other just yesterday, with the Padres dominating the Nationals by a score of 13-3. In that game, the Padres were -282 favorites, and they did not disappoint. The total for that game was set at 8.5 but went over by 7.5 runs. However, anything can happen in baseball, and tonight’s game could be the complete opposite.
Win Trends
So, how have the Nats been doing lately? They’ve actually been cold as of late, winning only two of their last ten games. The Padres, on the other hand, have won five of their last ten games. Although past performance is not indicative of future success, it’s worth keeping in mind the recent form of both teams.
Totals Trends
The Nats have gone over in five of their last ten games, while staying under in their other five. Similarly, there’s been no significant trend for the Pads, as the total has gone over in six of their last ten games and stayed under in their other four. Keep these trends in mind when betting on the run total for tonight’s game.
Our Expert Sports Betting Tip
We’re tailing hot Shark player Richard79 for this game and taking San Diego Padres (-175). This is because the Padres are the obvious favorites, and with their recent win and better overall performance, they seem like the more likely winners. However, anything could happen, so stay tuned for a great game. You can view more picks for this matchup in the Shark Book app. Click here to download for free and see why they call it a handicapper’s best friend! Happy betting!