Albert
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1d
My Prediction
Philadelphia Phillies by 3Kicking things off with the mound matchup, the Angels are trotting out Yusei Kikuchi who has racked up a respectable 3.19 ERA and an impressive 9.4 K/9 in his 20 appearances. Arrival in the city of brotherly love will do him no favors though, with Citizens Bank Park lending itself slightly to the long-ball hitters. On the opposite side, we have Taijuan Walker for the Phillies, he's carrying a 3.65 ERA but clocking fewer Ks per 9 than Kikuchi.
Now, let's get down to the lumber lads. The Angels are spearheaded by the formidable trio of d'Arnaud, Adell, and Trout, each boasting batting averages that will make even seasoned pitchers slightly uncomfortable. The Phillies are not without fire-power themselves though, with heavy hitters Realmuto and Harper currently in a fine vein of form.
Examining the historical clashes between these teams, some of you might be rushing out to purchase hair-dye for your drama-induced greys, with the margin of victory being incredibly narrow. These guys really love to keep us on the edge of our seats!
If you're the kind of person who frets over a team's season performance, prepare to do some serious hand-wringing. The Angels are hanging just below the seesaw with 48 wins to 49 losses, while the Phillies are sitting pretty in the sun with 55 wins against 42 losses.
Peering at the recent results, a mixed bag. The Angels seem to be struggling for consistency, while the Phillies also show signs of the unpredictability that makes this sport of ours an absolute thrill.
Now, for my own weigh-in. Drum roll, please.
Albert’s Prediction: Philadelphia Phillies by 3