Athletics vs Washington Nationals MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedAugust 5, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:August 5, 2025 ,

MLB Athletics vs Washington Nationals Prediction 8/5

On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, the Athletics take on the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park in Washington, DC. The Athletics have a record of 49-65, while the Nationals stand at 44-67. The game starts at 6:45 PM and will be broadcast on NSPCA. Expect warm weather with overcast clouds as the teams hit the field.

Athletics vs. Nationals Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Athletics +114. The Athletics have a better recent record, going 7-3 in their last 10 games. The Nationals have struggled at home with a 21-34 record.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Over 8.5 (-106). Both teams have high ERAs, with the Nationals at 5.32 and the Athletics at 5.03, suggesting a higher scoring game.

Team Trends

  • The Athletics have a road record of 26-31 this season.
  • The Nationals have a home record of 21-34 this season.
  • The Athletics’ manager is Mark Kotsay, while the Nationals are managed by Miguel Cairo (Interim).
  • The Nationals have lost their last five games.
  • The Athletics have won seven of their last ten games.

Athletics vs Nationals Preview

On Tuesday night, the Athletics and Nationals meet at Nationals Park. The Athletics hold a 49-65 record and are looking to break a two-game losing streak. The Nationals, with a 44-67 record, aim to end their five-game losing streak.

Luis Severino takes the mound for the Athletics. He has a 4.83 ERA and a 5-11 record. MacKenzie Gore starts for the Nationals, holding a 3.81 ERA with a 4-11 record. Both teams hope their starters can deliver strong performances in this game.

Washington Nationals: Key Players and Stats

The Washington Nationals have some strong hitters this season. Nathaniel Lowe leads the team with 15 home runs. CJ Abrams is right behind him with 14 home runs and a batting average of .274. Luis García Jr. is another key player for the Nationals. He has played 99 games and has a batting average of .261. His 47 runs place him third on the team. MacKenzie Gore is the starting pitcher for the Nationals in this game. He has an ERA of 3.81 and a WHIP of 1.29. His win-loss record is 4-11 this season.

Oakland Athletics: Key Players and Pitching Overview

Nick Kurtz stands out for the Athletics this season. He has played 73 games and has a batting average of .304. His 23 home runs lead the team, and he has scored 49 runs. Jacob Wilson is another important player for Oakland. He has a batting average of .312 over 94 games. His 10 home runs and 46 runs scored make him a key contributor. Luis Severino will start on the mound for the Athletics. His ERA is 4.83, and he has a WHIP of 1.35. Severino has a win-loss record of 5-11 this season.

Final Betting Pick

The Athletics have been strong in their recent games, winning 7 of their last 10. This gives them an edge against the Nationals, who have a poor home record of 21-34. The Athletics’ away record of 26-31 shows they can perform well on the road, making them a solid pick for the money line at +114.

Both teams have high ERAs, with the Nationals at 5.32 and the Athletics at 5.03. This suggests that runs could come easily, making the over 8.5 a good choice. The Nationals’ recent games have seen high scores, like their 14-3 loss to the Brewers, indicating that their pitching struggles could continue.

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