Arizona Diamondbacks (8-8) vs. San Francisco Giants (7-10)
Arizona Diamondbacks vs. San Francisco Giants 4/18/24 – As Major League Baseball progresses through April, a noteworthy clash is set for April 18, 2024, between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. Broadcasting on FS1 at 9:45 PM ET, this game is pivotal for both teams trying to push their records above .500. The Diamondbacks, holding an even 8-8 record, meet the Giants who are slightly lagging at 7-10. Fans and bettors alike, especially those visiting multi-handicapper websites, are keeping a keen eye on this matchup as both teams aim for an upward trajectory in the standings.
The Arizona Diamondbacks have been able to deliver on putting up a decent offense, with a .261 average at the plate, and significant power ranking 17 home runs so far. RBI and slugging are the tools that they’ve used 89 times, with a .406 slugging rate. The triplets of the pitching staff, together with their collective 3.84 ERA and 1.26 WHIP, testify to their balanced strategy of decent overall hitting and fast deliveries.
On the other hand, the San Francisco Giants had moderate issues with consistency. Against the Diamondbacks they scored 153 runs and hit 34 home runs in 69 GAmes. Their team batting average is .244 and while they have hit comparable (16) home runs, their on-base and slugging percentages (.314 and .388 respectively) are a bit worse compared to the Diamondbacks’. Pitching also seems to be a major issue with higher ERA contributed by 4.99 and WHIP of 1.30, which could be associated with their struggle in the inning 9.
Arizona Diamondbacks vs. San Francisco Giants 4/18/24 Game Info
| When: | Thursday, April 18, 2024, at 9:45 PM ET |
| Where: | Oracle Park |
| TV: | FS1 |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Ryne Nelson (1-2, 5.27 ERA) vs. Logan Webb (1-1, 3.80 ERA)
Ryne Nelson of the Diamondbacks stands out with an ERA of 5.27 and a WHIP of 1.61 in 13.2 innings pitched. To date, his venture has been hampered by a number of draw back including 17 hits and 2 home runs, a sign of possible weakness the Giants could bank on. Nevertheless, his 13 strikeouts suggest that he has a chance of becoming effective if he goes right at the start.
While Logan Webb of the Giants is seen as a more steady option than Yusei Kikuchi of the Mariners in the opposite dugout. Webb has had some good control with 3.80 ERA and 1.39 WHIP over 23.2 innings, which reflects her resilience though she has almost equal number of hits allowed. He is not afraid to take risks and run to bases, his ability to control bases and records and keep his number of walks down could become a decisive factor for the Giants.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
Currently, the betting lines for both teams remain undeclared, but given the recent trends and statistical edges, the odds could favor Arizona slightly. However, bettors should wait for confirmed odds to make more informed decisions.
Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Trends
The Diamondbacks seem to have bucked the spread by reflecting in their performance their last five matchups. Their strong skill to cover in the road matches their general trend, this one may attract wagers in their favor, especially because their form over the past month of the league is good.
San Francisco Giants Betting Trends
The Giants also registered a pair of downs against the spread in their last five games, just like their opponents, as they won two and lost three. The home leg has been a disaster for them as they have only seen their tally going over once in their last six games, which is also a sign of them not creating enough chances to win on high scoring affairs.
Arizona Diamondbacks vs. San Francisco Giants 4/18/24 Betting Picks
Considering the overall data and team performance indicators, the Diamondbacks clearly have a slight upper hand, especially in terms of pitching matchups and the ability of the offensive unit. Our suggestion is directed towards Arizona if Nelson handles the initial ones.
Considering the statistical output and trends, betting on Arizona to cover the spread, if favorable, could be wise. Additionally, given both teams’ recent games, a cautious approach to the total, possibly leaning towards the UNDER, might be prudent. Keep an eye out for MLB free advice for the latest updates and prop bets as game day approaches.
Free Pick and Prediction: Arizona Diamondbacks 5, San Francisco Giants 3.