A series opener between the Washington Nationals (31-63) and Arizona Diamondbacks (40-52) is on deck Friday at 9:40 PM ET, at Chase Field.
The Diamondbacks are favored (-157 on the moneyline to win) when they host the Nationals (+133). The Arizona Diamondbacks will hand the ball to Zac Gallen (4-2), but the Nationals’ starter has not been announced yet.
The Diamondbacks won their most recent game against the Padres Friday by a 3-1 score. Josh Rojas went 1-for-3 to lead them offensively. Merrill Kelly picked up the win on the strength of six innings, giving up one earned run on six hits while striking out five.
The Nationals picked up a 7-3 victory over the Braves Friday. Victor Robles (1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI) led the way offensively, while Steve Cishek got the win on the mound after going 1 2/3 innings without giving up a hit or an earned run while striking out two.