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Padres vs Nationals Predictions, Best Bets, and Picks

The San Diego Padres take on the Washington Nationals in tonight’s game at Nationals Park. This post delivers WAGERBIRD’s data-smart MLB prediction, betting insight, and sharp picks before the 6:45 PM ET first pitch.

Game Prediction

San Diego Padres

SD

Jul 18

Starts at

6:45 pm

Nationals Park, Washington, DC

Washington Nationals

WSH

Jul 18

Starts at

6:45 pm

Nationals Park, Washington, DC

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Betting Overview

Teams: San Diego Padres @ Washington Nationals
Date/Time: Friday, July 18, 2025 · 6:45 PM ET
Venue: Nationals Park, Washington, DC

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Betting Odds

Moneyline: Padres around −168, Nationals approx. +150
Run Line: Padres −1.5, Nationals +1.5
Total (O/U): 8.5 runs

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Preview of Padres vs Nationals Prediction

Probable Starters:
- Padres: Dylan Cease — recently struck out 224 batters, 4.88 ERA over 103.1 IP
- Nationals: MacKenzie Gore — All-Star, 3.96 ERA, 535 Ks on the season
Team Form & Trends:
- Padres are 29–20 as ML favorites (~59% win rate)
- Recent head-to-head: Padres won June and August 2024 matchups, Nationals won May 2025
Injury Updates:
- Padres: C.J. Abrams scratched, SP Joe Musgrove out for season, Sean Reynolds tabbed to start
- Nationals: No major changes; Gore remains healthy

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This clash features two strong arms. Cease brings strikeout upside but inconsistency; Gore boasts elite K numbers but the Nats' lineup lacks depth. Expect a pitcher’s duel with modest offense, leaning slightly toward San Diego’s stronger batting.

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