The Washington Nationals visit the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on Saturday, May 17, 2025. The game is set to begin at 4:05 PM. Fans can look forward to a night game under the lights.
Nationals vs. Orioles Betting Prediction
- Money Line Prediction: Nationals MoneyLine 131. The Nationals have shown some power with James Wood leading in home runs. Jake Irvin’s ERA of 4.00 is better than Kyle Gibson’s 13.11, giving them a slight edge.
- Over/Under Prediction: Over 10.0 (-110). Both teams have high ERAs, and their recent games have seen plenty of runs. This suggests a high-scoring game.
Team Trends
- The Washington Nationals have a home record of 10-12 this season.
- The Baltimore Orioles are 10 games back in the AL East.
- CJ Abrams hit a home run for the Nationals against the Atlanta Braves on May 15th, 2025.
- The Orioles lost 4-0 to the Minnesota Twins on May 15th, 2025, with Tomoyuki Sugano allowing 4 runs.
- Gunnar Henderson hit a home run for the Orioles in their 7-3 win over the Los Angeles Angels on May 11th, 2025.
Nationals vs Orioles Preview
The Washington Nationals head to Oriole Park at Camden Yards to take on the Baltimore Orioles. The game is set for Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 4:05 PM. Nationals’ pitcher Jake Irvin will take the mound. He has pitched 54 innings this season with a 2-1 record and a 4.00 ERA. Irvin aims to maintain his solid performance and help the Nationals secure a win.
On the other side, the Orioles will rely on Kyle Gibson as their starting pitcher. Gibson has had a challenging start to the season with a 0-2 record and a 13.11 ERA over 11 2/3 innings. He hopes to turn his season around in front of the home crowd. Both teams are eager to compete under the lights in Baltimore.
Orioles Look to Improve at Home
The Baltimore Orioles have some strong hitters leading their lineup. Cedric Mullins stands out with 8 home runs and 25 RBIs, both ranking first in the league. He also leads the team with 21 runs scored. Gunnar Henderson and Ryan O’Hearn are also key players for the Orioles. Henderson has a batting average of .259 with 6 home runs. O’Hearn has a higher average at .304 and has hit 7 home runs. Kyle Gibson will be on the mound for the Orioles. His season has been rough with an ERA of 13.11 over 11 2/3 innings. The team will hope for a better performance from him in the upcoming game.
Nationals Seek Success on the Road
The Washington Nationals have some strong hitters in their lineup. James Wood leads the team with 12 home runs and 25 runs scored. His batting average is .273, and he has 27 RBIs. Nathaniel Lowe also contributes with 8 home runs and 31 RBIs. CJ Abrams is another key player for the Nationals. He has a batting average of .305 and 6 home runs. Abrams has scored 20 runs this season. Jake Irvin will pitch for the Nationals. He has a 2-1 record with a 4.00 ERA over 54 innings. Irvin has 34 strikeouts and 16 walks this season.
Final Betting Pick
The Nationals have a good chance on the money line at 131. Jake Irvin’s ERA of 4.00 is better than Kyle Gibson’s 13.11. This gives the Nationals a pitching advantage. James Wood leads in home runs, adding power to their lineup. The Nationals’ recent games show they can score, which supports this pick.
The over/under prediction of over 10.0 is reasonable. Both teams have high ERAs, with the Nationals at 5.30 and the Orioles at 5.33. Recent games for both teams have seen many runs. This suggests that a high-scoring game is likely. The Nationals and Orioles have both allowed many hits, which further supports this prediction.
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Last updated:May 17, 2025 Nationals, Orioles