The Oakland A’s (35-60) and Philadelphia Phillies (61-32) begin a 3-game series Friday. First pitch from Citizens Bank Park is slated for 6:40 p.m. ET. Let's analyze FanDuel Sportsbook's lines around the'A’s vs. Phillies odds and make our expert'MLB picks and predictions'for the best bets.
Season series: First meeting; Phillies won 3-0 last year
The A’s were shut out 7-0 by the Boston Red Sox Thursday, their 3rd loss in 7 games. RHP Luis Medina got roughed up for 6 ER on 7 hits in 5 innings. The top 4 hitters in Oakland’s lineup combined to go 0-for-14 with 6 K’s.
Philadelphia is riding high after sweeping the Dodgers, outscoring Los Angeles 19-5 over the 3-game series. RHP Aaron Nola struck out 9 in 6 innings to earn his 11th win of the season. The Phillies got home runs from SS Trea Turner, DH Kyle Schwarber, and LF Brandon Marsh. Philadelphia has the best record in MLB.