Philadelphia Phillies Open as Moneyline Underdog vs the San Diego Padres

The visiting Philadelphia Phillies hope for a solid performance on Friday as they look to pick up a win at PETCO Park against the San Diego Padres.

Aaron Nola gets the ball in front of a hostile crowd for the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday; he's 2-1 on the season. The San Diego Padres, meanwhile, will counter with James Shields, who will be looking to improve on his 8-4 mark.

Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick

Those going with the San Diego Padres in this one found them listed on the odds board as moneyline favorites of -169 at Sportsbook for Friday's contest. The betting total was hovering near 6.5 at Sportsbook.

Odds Shark computer prediction handicapping models run on this game pick a 4.2-3.6 victory for the Phillies. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming MLB matchups here.

Philadelphia Phillies vs San Diego Padres Matchup

Team Betting Records & Power Rankings

52-57 San Diego battles the Phillies, currently with a 42-67 mark. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and San Diego vs Philadelphia injuries news.

The MLB Power Rankings show a disparity between these teams, with the San Diego Padres rated this week at No. 19 and the Philadelphia Phillies sitting at No. 6.

Statistical Matchup

Rating these teams in several key categories is important for handicappers and San Diego has baseball's No. 21-rated offensive output, at 8.09 hits per game. The Philadelphia Phillies average 8.63 hits per game, good for No. 13 on the list.

Philadelphia brings the No. 29-rated defense to this matchup, facing the Padres's No. 25-ranked defense.