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by Erik Gibbs | in MLB Picks
The Los Angeles Angels and Philadelphia Phillies square off again today at Citizens Bank Park, with both teams looking to chart very different courses in the second half of the season. The Angels came out on top Friday night in a close 6-5 victory, and they’ll be aiming to build on that momentum.
For Los Angeles, each win carries extra weight, as they hover just below .500 at 48-49 and sit a few games back in the American League Wild Card chase. The next week or two could be pivotal in determining whether the team positions itself as a buyer or seller at the trade deadline.
Meanwhile, the Phillies are locked in a tight battle atop the National League East. Despite their recent skid—losing five of their last seven games—Philadelphia remains in first place, with the Mets breathing down their necks.
That reality makes every game crucial, and you can expect Philly to treat today’s matchup with a sense of urgency. They’ll be looking to clean up some of the pitching issues that plagued them in the middle innings on Friday, where a few key mistakes allowed the Angels to sneak away with the win.
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Los Angeles Angels vs Philadelphia Phillies Form
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Los Angeles Angels and Philadelphia Phillies Latest Matches
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Los Angeles Angels against Philadelphia Phillies : Head to Head (H2H)
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Los Angeles Angels - Philadelphia Phillies Key Points
- The Phillies are 9-1 in their last 10 night games vs. AL teams with a losing record
- The Angels are 0-4 in their last 4 games vs. NL East teams after a win
- The Phillies are 7-1 ATS in their last 8 games as home favorites on the second day of a back-to-back
- The Angels are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 night games vs. NL East teams after a win
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Our Los Angeles Angels vs Philadelphia Phillies Prediction
The Phillies will send right-hander Taijuan Walker to the mound, and he’s been sharp in his recent outings, allowing just two earned runs across his last 9.2 innings pitched. His steady hand could be exactly what Philadelphia needs to stabilize their rotation and stop the recent slide. At home this year, the Phillies have been formidable, with a 30-17 record at Citizens Bank Park. That home-field advantage could prove valuable against an Angels team that’s gone 24-26 away from Anaheim.
The Angels will counter with lefty Yusei Kikuchi, who has struggled in his last two starts, surrendering seven earned runs on 12 hits over 10.2 innings. With a shaky pitching staff and an offense that hasn’t found consistent rhythm, Los Angeles faces an uphill battle not just in this game, but in the broader playoff picture. Their margin for error is small, and another loss could push them further away from Wild Card contention.
Given Philadelphia’s overall strength at home and their edge on the mound, the Phillies appear to have the upper hand heading into today’s contest. Still, the Angels showed fight in Friday’s win, and another upset could quickly change the narrative around their playoff hopes. Our prediction for Philadelphia Phillies vs. Angels: Phillies to win.
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