Washington Nationals vs San Diego Padres

San Diego Padres grade out as the side to be on versus Washington Nationals, at 53% to win. A modest 53% lean — fine as a small play or a parlay leg. Pitching matchup: Casey Mize (6.67 ERA) vs Riley Cornelio (5.96 ERA).

Why we lean this way

• Form & record: San Diego Padres sit 76-68 (0.528), Washington Nationals 67-79 (0.459).
• Last 10: San Diego Padres 4-6 (W2), Washington Nationals 4-6 (L5). Hot streaks move these lines fast.
• Run differential: San Diego Padres +9, Washington Nationals +8 on the year — the most honest measure of how good a team actually is, beyond their record.
• On the mound: San Diego Padres hand the ball to Casey Mize; Washington Nationals counter with Riley Cornelio. Starting pitching swings a baseball game more than any other factor.
• Home field: worth about +3.5% to San Diego Padres in our model.

The verdict

The play we like: San Diego Padres. It is a slight lean at 53% — good value, not a lock. Bet what is fun to lose.

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