Washington Nationals vs Baltimore Orioles MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedMay 18, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:May 18, 2025 ,

MLB Washington vs Baltimore Orioles Prediction 5/18

The Washington Nationals will play against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. This game is set for Sunday, May 18, 2025, with the first pitch at 1:35 PM. Fans can look forward to an exciting night of baseball.

Nationals vs. Orioles Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Nationals MoneyLine: 149. The Nationals recently won against the Orioles and have strong hitters like James Wood. Their recent form gives them a chance to win again.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Over 9.5 (101). Both teams have high ERAs, and their recent games have seen high scores, suggesting this game could go over the total.

Team Trends

  • The Washington Nationals have a home record of 10-12 this season.
  • Baltimore Orioles are 10 games back in the AL East with a 15-29 record.
  • In their recent game, the Nationals defeated the Orioles 10-6 with Jake Irvin pitching 6 1/3 innings.
  • The Orioles lost to the Minnesota Twins 4-0, with Tomoyuki Sugano allowing 4 runs over 6 1/3 innings.
  • In a game against the Braves, CJ Abrams hit a home run for the Nationals in a 5-2 loss.

Nationals vs Orioles Preview

The Washington Nationals will visit the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The game is scheduled for Sunday, May 18, 2025, with a first pitch at 1:35 PM. Fans are eager to see how the Nationals’ Michael Soroka performs on the mound.

Michael Soroka has had a challenging start to the season with a 0-2 record and an ERA of 6.43. On the other side, Zach Eflin will take the mound for the Orioles. Eflin has been solid with a 3-1 record and a 3.13 ERA. This pitching matchup will be key in determining the game’s outcome.

Orioles Ready for Action

The Baltimore Orioles have some strong hitters this season. Cedric Mullins leads the team with 8 home runs and 25 RBIs. Gunnar Henderson and Ryan O’Hearn also contribute with solid numbers, keeping the offense moving. Zach Eflin is the starting pitcher for the Orioles. He has a 3-1 record with an ERA of 3.13. His WHIP of .96 shows he keeps runners off base. The Orioles’ team stats show room for improvement. They rank 20th in batting average and 18th in slugging. On the pitching side, their ERA is 29th, but they excel with only 3 blown saves.

Nationals Aim to Compete

James Wood stands out for the Washington Nationals. He leads the team with 12 home runs and 28 RBIs. His batting average is .274, and his on-base percentage is .372. Nathaniel Lowe also plays a key role. He has 8 home runs and 33 RBIs. His batting average is lower at .227, but he still contributes to the team’s offense. Michael Soroka is the starting pitcher for the Nationals. He has a record of 0-2 and an ERA of 6.43. Soroka has 15 strikeouts in 14 innings pitched this season.

Final Betting Pick

The Nationals are a good pick for the Money Line at 149. They recently beat the Orioles, showing they can win again. James Wood is a strong hitter, leading the league in home runs and runs. This gives the Nationals an edge in scoring.

The Over 9.5 pick looks solid because both teams have high ERAs. The Nationals have a 5.31 ERA, while the Orioles have a 5.44 ERA. Recent games between these teams have seen high scores, which supports betting on the over.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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