The Phillies are only 3.5 games behind the Braves and every game is now a must-win, especially against a team such as the Nationals. Overall, Philly has fared well against the foes this season, defeating them in eight out of the last nine meetings. Phillies’ starter Aaron Nola is pitching well right now, allowing two or fewer runs in five out of his last seven starts.

The Phils also have JT Realmuto playing 1B today so they keep his bat in the lineup with hot hitting Rafael Marchan. The Nats are 2-8 in day games since the trade deadline while the Phillies are 8-2.
The Phillies are hitting well right now, take the Phillies to win their 6th straight.