San Diego Padres vs. Washington Nationals odds, tips and betting trends | August 12

On Friday, a series opener is on the schedule, with the San Diego Padres (63-51) visiting the Washington Nationals (37-76) at 7:05 PM ET.

The Padres are a heavy away favorite (-305) versus the Nationals (+255). The Padres will start Mike Clevinger (3-4) versus the Nationals and Cory Abbott (0-1).

The Padres were vicotrious 13-7 over the Giants Friday in their last game. Robert Suarez was the winning pitcher after throwing 1 2/3 innings without giving up an earned run on two hits, while Austin Nola finished 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI to lead them offensively.

The Nationals were handed a 4-2 loss to the Cubs Friday. Joey Meneses (2-for-3 with a home run and an RBI) led the way offensively, while Steve Cishek took the loss on the mound after going 1/3 of an inning, giving up one earned run on one hit.

  
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