Albert
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1d
My Prediction
Philadelphia Phillies by 2Somebody shove a hot dog in my mouth and let's get to yapping about this contest between our Arizona Diamondbacks and the Phi Phi Phi Philadelphia Phillies! We're setting up camp at Citizens Bank Park - it's a cozy locale that tends to favor the guy swinging the bat just a smidgen more than the guy chucking the ball.
Now, let's cry over spilled milk and talk about the moundsmen for today. The D'backs are tossing out Merrill Kelly - a guy who has become closely acquainted with the term "home run" this season with an ERA near 5. And on the home side, we got Jesus Luzardo with a measly 1.75 ERA looking to cause some trouble.
You don't need a map to find the headline hitters; they're located right here for you. For the Snakes, it looks like Josh Naylor, Pavin Smith, and Corbin Carroll are carrying most of the lumber. On the Phillies' side, the terrific trio of Edmundo Sosa, Trea Turner and Kyle Schwarber are looking like they've got a few good days at the dish left in 'em.
Now the past has been quite one-sided, with the Phillies winning their most recent game against the Diamondbacks. However, the overall regular-season tally is neck-and-neck with just a single win separating these teams.
Lately, the Diamondbacks and the Phillies have been nothing if not consistently inconsistent. It's like deciding between a moldy apple and a worm-infested peach – both have seen victories peppered with defeats in recent times. But listen, it's crunch time and about as easy as pulling teeth, and I wouldn't dare leave you hanging.
Without further ado…
Albert’s Prediction: Philadelphia Phillies by 2