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The Baltimore Orioles had a disappointing series against the Blue Jays and are coming off a close defeat against the Rays (2-1). While they hope to set things right, the O's take on the Washington Nationals in a short two-game series.
It was a hard battle against the Rays but the O's failed to get the extra runs down the stretch. Manager Brandon Hyde will bring Trevor Rodgers to the mound as their starter in Game 1. Rodgers has a struggling 2-10 record with a 4.17 ERA. The O's need to give him the right support from the plate if they want to win.
The Nationals defeated the Angels in their last series, but the chances to make the playoffs seem long gone, especially in the NL East with the Phillies, Braves, and Mets in a close contest.
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Washington is 15.5 games behind the Phillies in the top spot. It's going to be a tough call for a Wild Card berth.
Jake Irvin will get the ball in Game 1 as their starting pitcher. Irvin has an 8-10 record with a 3.76 ERA. Irvin's numbers are way better than Rodgers but he's up against a strong offense.
Orioles vs. Nationals Baseball Betting Odds
Where to watch Orioles vs. Nationals?
Game 1 will be telecast on MASN and MASN 2. The online stream will take place on MLB TV and Fubo TV. The first pitch is all set to go out at 6:35 PM EDT.
Orioles vs Nationals Prediction
The Nationals face a team with the best record in the majors. Even with Irwin on the mound, it will be an unbalanced game. The O's are stronger with their offense and can get on base quickly.
The Nats have a 4.32-team ERA and are ranked at No. 24. As for the O's, they are ranked at No. 11 with a team ERA of 3.89. Anthony Santander, Jackson Holliday, and Gunnar Henderson are some of the key players to watch out for in this game.
The Nats will not stand a chance against their opponent, as they are predicted to be the underdog.
Prediction: Baltimore Orioles -1.5 (-175)
