Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Washington Nationals, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Thursday, June 8th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Diamondbacks vs. Nationals
The Diamondbacks take on the Nationals on Thursday, June 8th 2023 at Nationals Park, Washington. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Arizona Diamondbacks (37-25) vs. Washington Nationals (25-36)
- Date: Thursday, June 8th 2023
- Time: 1:05 ET
- Venue: Nationals Park, Washington
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Arizona Diamondbacks - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
As the Arizona Diamondbacks travel to take on the Washington Nationals with a record of 37-25, placing them 1st in the NL West. Through 28 road contests, the Diamondbacks come in with a mark of 17-11.
Despite being favored 29 times in 62 games, Arizona has managed to maintain an above .500 record against the runline. The team has an over/under record of 29-30, with an average betting line of 9.
Starting for the Diamondbacks will be Merrill Kelly, with an overall record of 7-3. Coming into the game, Merrill Kelly has been tough on opposing hitters, posting an era of just 2.80. On the season, he has held opposing hitters to a batting average of just .190. So far, Kelly has given up seven home runs and comes in with a WOBA allowed of .267. Kelly has a WHIP of 1.07, with 28 walks allowed.
Offensively, Arizona has had no problem putting up runs, as their scoring average of 5.0 runs per game, ranks 4th in the MLB. As a team, the Diamondbacks are batting a healthy .263, placing them 3rd in the league. The team's lineup is also hitting for power at an above average rate, with 70 home runs (10th). Arizona's offense has done a good job getting on base, ranking 8th with an OBP of .328.
Washington Nationals - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
The Washington Nationals take on the Arizona hoping to improve on their record of just 25-36, placing them 5th in the NL East Washington has yet to take advantage of playing at home, going just 12-21.
Despite being favored three times in 61 games, Washington has managed to maintain an above .500 record against the runline. With an average betting line of 9 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 29-30.
For Washington, Josiah Gray will look to pick up a win over Arizona, as he has a record of 4-5. Coming into play, Washington Nationals has put together an ERA of 3.09. Currently, opponents are batting just .237 against the right-hander. So far, Gray has given up eight home runs and comes in with a WOBA allowed of .315. Gray's WHIP of 1.40 comes along with a total of 33 walks allowed.
Washington's offense enters play with the 17th-ranked scoring offense, averaging 4.3 runs per game. The Nationals have combined to hit .263, which ranks 3rd in the league. Overall, the team has hit 48 home runs, placing them 21st. Up to this point, Washington has been one of the MLB's better teams at getting on base, ranking 9th at .327.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Diamondbacks vs. Nationals
Heading into today's matchup between Arizona and Washington, the Diamondbacks are the betting favorite at -151 on the moneyline. Arizona's implied win probability sits at 60.16%. The MLB predictive model has the Diamondbacks picking up the win. However, it is recommended to stick to the moneyline for today's action.
Recommended Betting Pick: Diamondbacks Moneyline -151
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