Nationals vs Phillies starting pitchers
- Zack Wheeler for Philadelphia Phillies
- Mitchell Parker for Washington Nationals
Nationals vs Phillies statistics
| Stat |
Nationals |
Phillies |
| Hits |
979 (16th) |
1050 (6th) |
| Batting Average |
.244 (15th) |
.255 (6th) |
| Runs Batted In |
490 (19th) |
555 (Tied-8th) |
| Runs |
518 (Tied-18th) |
581 (8th) |
| Home Runs |
97 (30th) |
146 (Tied-10th) |
| Walks |
354 (20th) |
403 (6th) |
| Stolen Bases |
166 (2nd) |
116 (5th) |
| Strikeouts |
908 (26th) |
1003 (16th) |
| Pitches |
16970 (26th) |
17737 (13th) |
Philadelphia Phillies recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 8/14/24 |
vs Miami Marlins |
W |
9-5 |
| 8/13/24 |
vs Miami Marlins |
L |
5-0 |
| 8/11/24 |
@ Arizona Diamondbacks |
L |
12-5 |
| 8/10/24 |
@ Arizona Diamondbacks |
L |
11-1 |
| 8/9/24 |
@ Arizona Diamondbacks |
L |
3-2 |
Washington Nationals recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 8/14/24 |
@ Baltimore Orioles |
L |
4-1 |
| 8/13/24 |
@ Baltimore Orioles |
W |
9-3 |
| 8/11/24 |
vs Los Angeles Angels |
L |
6-4 |
| 8/10/24 |
vs Los Angeles Angels |
W |
5-4 F/10 |
| 8/9/24 |
vs Los Angeles Angels |
W |
3-2 F/10 |
Nationals vs Phillies predictions
As the Washington Nationals gear up to face the Philadelphia Phillies in this exciting four-game series kickoff, it's going to be fascinating to see how some of their key players perform. CJ Abrams, for instance, is expected to bring his A-game, potentially notching up a few vital hits and perhaps even an RBI, given his season track record. Luis Garcia, too, seems poised to make an impact with his commendable batting average, likely getting on base several times which could be crucial for setting up scoring opportunities. Mitchell Parker, on the pitching end, will need to leverage his decent ERA and WHIP to keep his team competitive against the Phillies' formidable lineup.
On the Phillies' side, all eyes will likely be on Bryce Harper, whose offensive prowess this season has been nothing short of impressive. We should expect him to drive in some runs and possibly rack up extra-base hits. Another player to watch is Trea Turner, whose speed and consistency at bat could wreak havoc on the Nationals' defense. With Zack Wheeler on the mound, boasting an excellent ERA and a knack for strikeouts, the Phillies have a solid chance to maintain control, especially if he performs up to his season standards.
Considering the momentum and overall stats, the Philadelphia Phillies seem to have the upper hand in this upcoming match-up. Their superior batting and pitching stats, combined with playing at their home ground of Citizens Bank Park, gives them a noticeable edge. While the Nationals have the potential for surprise performances, the Phillies' consistency and depth, marked by their standing in the NL East, make them the likely winners in this opener. Plus, with Wheeler starting, the reliability of their pitching just tips the scales a bit more in their favor.
Philadelphia Phillies injuries
- Dylan Covey (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Austin Hays (LF): 10-Day-IL
- Nick Snyder (RP): Day-To-Day
- Ranger Suarez (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Spencer Turnbull (RP): 15-Day-IL
Washington Nationals injuries
- Jose Tena (3B): Day-To-Day
- Joey Gallo (1B): 10-Day-IL
- Trevor Williams (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Cade Cavalli (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Josiah Gray (SP): 60-Day-IL
Nationals vs Phillies game info
| Venue |
Citizens Bank Park |
| Location |
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| First pitch |
Thu 6:40 PM |
| Temperature |
82° |
| Chance of Rain |
77% |
