By: Bryan Leonard
8/19/2006 8:00:39 AM
Surprisingly, the Phillies are a favorite in this match-up. But while we have an edge for the host, nothing ensures such advantage.
Washington has 53 wins the Phillies 59. The Nats are 19-15 vs lefties the host is 43-46 vs right handed starters. Washington is 14 games under .500 on the road, while Philadelphia is 4 games under .500 at home.
Ramon Ortiz has a 4.50 road ERA on the season. Cole Hamels has a 4.93 ERA at home. Ortiz has a 4.88 overall ERA on the season while Hamels ERA is 4.50. Washington has won 7 of the 11 games this season.
Cole Hamels has pitched great in his last three starts. But we all know that young pitchers are inconsistent. Has he turned the corner to be an elite pitcher over the last month? Possibly, but not probably. We must be convinced and laying $2 on the Phillies is never a bargain.
Play: Washington Nationals.
8/19/2006 8:00:39 AM
Surprisingly, the Phillies are a favorite in this match-up. But while we have an edge for the host, nothing ensures such advantage.
Washington has 53 wins the Phillies 59. The Nats are 19-15 vs lefties the host is 43-46 vs right handed starters. Washington is 14 games under .500 on the road, while Philadelphia is 4 games under .500 at home.
Ramon Ortiz has a 4.50 road ERA on the season. Cole Hamels has a 4.93 ERA at home. Ortiz has a 4.88 overall ERA on the season while Hamels ERA is 4.50. Washington has won 7 of the 11 games this season.
Cole Hamels has pitched great in his last three starts. But we all know that young pitchers are inconsistent. Has he turned the corner to be an elite pitcher over the last month? Possibly, but not probably. We must be convinced and laying $2 on the Phillies is never a bargain.
Play: Washington Nationals.