Phillies vs. Orioles: Game 3 prediction, odds and picks - June 16, MLB 2024
The Philadelphia Phillies and Baltimore Orioles will have one final showdown this month as they square off from Camden Yards. As predicted, the Orioles defeated their opponent last night with the help of their powerful offense. The Orioles smashed six runs, while their strong defense restricted the Phils to only two runs.
Despite their loss, the Phils are at the top of the NL East. Both teams are battling to win this important series. The Phils will hope to rebound with Zack Wheeler on the mound as their starter. Wheeler's 8-3 record and 2.16 ERA will help the team. However, it's crucial for the offense to open up.
The Orioles will send an equally strong pitcher to help their team win. Corbin Burnes will take the mound in Game 3. Burnes has been a bright spot for the Orioles with a 7-2 record and a strong 2.08 ERA.
When it comes to strikeouts, Burnes has 82 in 86.2 innings pitched. Whereas, Wheeler has 95 strikeouts in 87.2 innings. Wheeler also has a 0.94 WHIP, while Burnes holds 1.00.
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How to watch Phillies vs. Orioles?
Game 3 will be telecast on MASN and NBCSP. For those who want to watch the game online, Fubo TV will be the right platform. The first pitch will go out at 1:35 PM EDT.
Phillies vs. Orioles Prediction
The Orioles proved to be a powerful team with their consistent offense. As a team, they lead the MLB with 110 home runs. The Orioles scored 356 runs while their opponent has 352. When it comes to home runs, the Phils have just 80. Gunnar Henderson is one of the key players on the team's offense.
From the pitching end, both teams are not too far with their numbers. The Phils have a 3.10 team ERA, while the Orioles have a 3.07 team ERA. The Orioles have a slightly better WHIP and average when compared to their opponent.
Scoring runs have been a stronghold for both teams. It's left up to Wheeler and Burnes to take control of this game. On the other hand, the bullpen will also play a crucial role in their progress. With the numbers and betting odds on their side, the Orioles are predicted to take this series at home.
Prediction: Baltimore Orioles -1.5 (-135).