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The Philadelphia Phillies are taking on the Arizona Diamondbacks in the first game of their four-game series. The Phillies are coming off winning their previous series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, including the last two games of the series. On the flip side, the Diamondbacks are coming off sweeping the Cleveland Guardians and outscoring them 19-12 in the series. This should be a great series, let's dive into game one!

Philadelphia Phillies vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Odds

• Philadelphia Phillies (-112) vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (-104)
• Philadelphia Phillies -1.5 (+142) vs. Arizona Diamondbacks +1.5 (-172)
• Over 9.5 Runs (-110) vs. Under 9.5 Runs (-110)

Philadelphia Phillies vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Match Details

• Fixture: Philadelphia Phillies @ Arizona Diamondbacks
• Date and Time: August 8th, 2024 @ 9:40 PM EST
• Location: Chase Field, Phoenix, Arizona

Key Stats

Philadelphia Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies haven't lived up to their record over the past ten games. With a record of 3-7 over their last ten games, Philly needs to snap out of their funk. Now they were able to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers in their last series, including winning the last two games. However, the Phillies need to use that to get their season back on track. Kolby Allard has been named their probable starter for this game and in his very limited action against the DBacks' batters, he has held them to a .143 batting average (1-for-7) with a pair of strikeouts.

The Phillies offense is coming off scoring nine runs against the Dodgers. Kyle Schwarber was dominant in that game. He went 4-for-4 with three homers, seven RBIs, and a walk. His running mate, Bryce Harper is looking to bounce back in this game. Harper went 0-for-5 during last night's game with a strikeout. This series should be exceptional over two of the best offenses all year long.

Arizona Diamondbacks

The Arizona Diamondbacks have been on a tear over the last ten games. With a record of 8-2, including eight of their last nine and four straight, they have put together a great second half of the season. Arizona currently sits second in the National League West and only three games back of the Dodgers for the lead. Jordan Montgomery is expected to take the mound for the DBacks in this game. Against the Philly batters, Montgomery has allowed a batting average of .286, (11-for-41) with seven strikeouts and two home runs.

The Diamondbacks have been a top-five offense all season long. They rank in the top five in total runs scored (594), OPS (.757), batting average (.257), and total bases (1672). Arizona is led by switch-hitting second baseman Ketel Marte. Marte leads the team in batting average (.298), home runs (29), RBIs (80), OBP (.368), and hits (127). They have a prime opportunity to inch their way closer to the Dodgers in the NL West with a win here.

Prediction

The Philadelphia Phillies will defeat the Arizona Diamondbacks in this game. Although their record over the last ten games isn't good, after defeating the Dodgers in their last series, this is a great spot to get back on track. I do not expect a superstar of Bryce Harper's caliber to go 0-or-5 in back-to-back games. This should be a great series and it will start with a fantastic game one!

Final Pick

Philadelphia Phillies ML -112

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Article originally written by Lawson Turner