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The Philadelphia Phillies and Baltimore Orioles are set to decide their weekend series on Sunday afternoon, with first pitch scheduled for 1:35 p.m. ET at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The two clubs have split the first two contests, making this a rubber match.
Zack Wheeler, who owns a 10-2 record and a 2.53 ERA, will get the start for the Phillies. Philadelphia enters the game with a 58-53 mark, good for second place in the National League East. On the other side, Kyle Bradish is expected to pitch for Baltimore, carrying a 7-9 record and a 3.74 ERA. The Orioles sit at 54-57, fourth in the American League East.
Viewing and Wagering Details
Fans can watch the game on MASN or NBCS-PH, with streaming available via Fubo. Those planning to attend can secure tickets through StubHub. In the betting markets, Philadelphia is favored at -145 on the moneyline, while Baltimore is the underdog at +118. The over/under is set at 8 runs, with the over priced at -105 and the under at -115.
Both teams have notable injury concerns. For the Phillies, Rafael Marchan (knee), Lou Trivino (back), Johan Rojas (elbow), Brad Keller (elbow), Adolis Garcia (lat), and Tanner Banks (forearm) are all sidelined. The Orioles will be without Samuel Basallo (shoulder), Blaze Alexander (hand), Adley Rutschman (wrist), Zach Eflin (elbow), Felix Bautista (shoulder), Keegan Akin (elbow), Chris Bassitt (back), Ryan Helsley (elbow), Ryan Mountcastle (foot), Jordan Westburg (UCL), and Colin Selby (shoulder).
Key Performers to Watch
Bryce Harper has been a force for Philadelphia, launching 22 home runs, driving in 65 runs, and scoring 66 times. In 468 plate appearances, he holds a .254 batting average, a .359 on-base percentage, and a .491 slugging percentage, with a 14.3% walk rate and a 21.2% strikeout rate. He has also swiped six bases in 10 attempts.
Kyle Schwarber has delivered a .248/.365/.537 slash line with a .902 OPS in 466 plate appearances. His 33 home runs rank second in the majors, and he has added 62 RBIs and 65 runs scored.
Pete Alonso is hitting .249 with a .345 OBP and .465 slugging, good for an .810 OPS. He has scored 68 runs, hit 23 homers (15th in MLB), and driven in 69 runs (12th in MLB) across 484 plate appearances, with a 24.8% strikeout rate and an 11.6% walk rate.
Taylor Ward has posted a .245/.383/.346 line in 504 plate appearances, with seven long balls and 30 RBIs. He has scored 64 runs while maintaining a 20.2% strikeout rate and a 17.3% walk rate.
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Originally reported by theathleticuk.