The Washington Nationals (50-65) and Philadelphia Phillies (63-52) wrap up their 4-game series at Citizens Bank Park Thursday. First pitch is slated for 6:40 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's lines around the'Nationals vs. Phillies'and make our expert'MLB picks and predictions'for the best bets.
Season series: Phillies lead 5-4
The Nationals lost 7-0 Wednesday and were held hitless for the first time since moving from Montreal. Washington slipped to 4-2 during its 7-game road trip. The Nats have been outscored 65-33 by the Phillies over the season series.
Philadelphia won for the 7th time in their last 10 games behind a no-hitter from RHP Michael Lorenzen Wednesday. It was the first Phillies no-hitter since Cole Hamels tossed one in 2015. Phili is 32-22 on the season at Citizens Bank Park.