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Padres at Cardinals Prediction: Odds, expert picks, starting pitchers, betting trends, and stats for July 25

It's Friday, July 25 and the Padres (55-48) are in St. Louis to take on the Cardinals (53-51). Nick Pivetta is slated to take the mound for San Diego against Miles Mikolas for St. Louis.

The Padres have dropped three consecutive games, losing two straight and the series to the Marlins, then the opener to the Cardinals. St. Louis won 9-7 as Willson Contreras and Brendan Donovan hit three-run homers in a six-run second inning to pull ahead.

Let's dive into the matchup and find a sweat or two. We’ve got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on how to catch first pitch, odds, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts.

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Game details & how to watch Padres at Cardinals

  • Date: Friday, July 25, 2025
  • Time: 7:15PM EST
  • Site: Busch Stadium
  • City: St. Louis, MO
  • Network/Streaming: SDPA, FDSNMW

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Odds for the Padres at the Cardinals

The latest odds as of Friday:

  • Moneyline: Padres (-135), Cardinals (+114)
  • Spread:  Padres -1.5
  • Total: 8.0 runs

Probable starting pitchers for Padres at Cardinals

  • Pitching matchup for July 25, 2025: Nick Pivetta vs. Miles Mikolas
    • Padres: Nick Pivetta, (10-2, 2.81 ERA)
      Last outing: 1.50 ERA, 1 Earned Runs Allowed, 3 Hits Allowed, 1 Walks, and 5 Strikeouts
    • Cardinals: Miles Mikolas, (5-7, 5.20 ERA)
      Last outing: 11.25 ERA, 5 Earned Runs Allowed, 4 Hits Allowed, 2 Walks, and 3 Strikeouts

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Expert picks & predictions for tonight’s game between the Padres and the Cardinals

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Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) likes the Padres to be in the postseason mix:

“Looking at the second half of the year per Tankathon, San Diego has the 4th-easiest strength of schedule remaining

The Padres open the second-half with three games at the Nationals (2-1 record), three more at the Marlins (1-2 record), then to St. Louis for three more road games as part of a nine-game East Coast road trip.

After that nine-game road trip, the next 27 games will be on the West Coast for San Diego, whether they are in California, Arizona or Washington (the state). San Diego will be in a prime position to make a run at the playoffs, but I still haven’t gotten to the best part.

The final month of the season is a great opportunity for the Padres to gain ground too -- in the final 28 games -- 13 of those are against the Orioles, White Sox, and Rockies!

I love the Padres to make the postseason as a second-half futures bet.”

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Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the MLB calendar based on data points like past performance, player matchups, ballpark information and weather forecasts.

Once the model is finished running, we put its projection next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager.

Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Friday’s game between the Padres and the Cardinals:

  • Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the San Diego Padres on the Moneyline.
  • Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the St. Louis Cardinals at +1.5.
  • Total: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the over on the Game Total of 8.0.

Want even more MLB best bets and predictions from our expert staff & tools? Check out the Expert MLB Predictions page from NBC.

Top betting trends & insights to know ahead of Padres at Cardinals

  • San Diego has lost three straight games
  • San Diego is 4-1 in the last five starts for Pivetta
  • The Cardinals have lost 7 of their last 10 games
  • In the Cardinals' home games last season with Miles Mikolas on the mound the Over was 11-4 (73%)
  • The Cardinals have covered in their last 3 games against the Padres

If you’re looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our MLB Top Trends tool on NBC Sports!

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Braves at Rangers Prediction: Odds, expert picks, starting pitchers, betting trends, and stats for July 25

It's Friday, July 25 and the Braves (44-57) are in Arlington to take on the Rangers (53-50). Joey Wentz is slated to take the mound for Atlanta against Nathan Eovaldi for Texas.

Texas is coming off a three-game sweep over the Athletics and is 5-1 in the six games since the All-Star break. The Rangers outscored the A's 15-5 in the series and its opponents 22-8 over six games.

Atlanta is 2-4 post-break and coming off two straight losses to San Francisco. The Giants outscored the Braves 18-3 in the last two games.

Let's dive into the matchup and find a sweat or two. We’ve got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on how to catch first pitch, odds, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts.

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Game details & how to watch Braves at Rangers

  • Date: Friday, July 25, 2025
  • Time: 8:05PM EST
  • Site: Globe Life Field
  • City: Arlington, TX
  • Network/Streaming: FDSNSO, CW33, MLBN

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Odds for the Braves at the Rangers

The latest odds as of Friday:

  • Moneyline: Braves (+144), Rangers (-172)
  • Spread:  Rangers -1.5
  • Total: 8.0 runs

Probable starting pitchers for Braves at Rangers

  • Pitching matchup for July 25, 2025: Joey Wentz vs. Nathan Eovaldi
    • Braves: Joey Wentz, (2-1, 4.15 ERA)
      Last outing: 0.00 ERA, 0 Earned Runs Allowed, 2 Hits Allowed, 0 Walks, and 2 Strikeouts
    • Rangers: Nathan Eovaldi, (7-3, 1.58 ERA)
      Last outing: 1.17 ERA, 1 Earned Runs Allowed, 5 Hits Allowed, 1 Walks, and 8 Strikeouts

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Expert picks & predictions for tonight’s game between the Braves and the Rangers

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Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the MLB calendar based on data points like past performance, player matchups, ballpark information and weather forecasts.

Once the model is finished running, we put its projection next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager.

Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Friday’s game between the Braves and the Rangers:

  • Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the Texas Rangers on the Moneyline.
  • Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Atlanta Braves at +1.5.
  • Total: NBC Sports Bet is staying away from a play on the Game Total of 8.0.

Want even more MLB best bets and predictions from our expert staff & tools? Check out the Expert MLB Predictions page from NBC.

Top betting trends & insights to know ahead of Braves at Rangers

  • Texas is 3-0 in Eovaldi's last three starts
  • This is Wentz' third appearance with Atlanta
  • The Rangers have won 3 straight games with Nathan Eovaldi starting
  • The Under is 5-2 (71%) in the Rangers' home games this season with Nathan Eovaldi as the opener
  • With Nathan Eovaldi starting the Rangers have covered the Run Line in 9 of their last 11 games

If you’re looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our MLB Top Trends tool on NBC Sports!

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Mets at Giants: How to watch on July 25, 2025

The Mets open a six-game West Coast roadtrip against with a meeting with the San Francisco Giants on Monday at 10:15 p.m.

Here's what to know about the game and how to watch...

Mets Notes

  • Brett Baty pushed his hitting streak to six games with a second inning single in Wednesday's victory
  • Baty is hitting .306 with three homers, five doubles, and a .870 OPS over 72 at-bats since June 23
  • Brandon Nimmo continues to stay hot out of the leadoff spot, hitting .300 with 10 homers and a .895 OPS since the beginning of June
  • Edwin Diaz hasn't allowed a run in 13 consecutive outings -- he's struck out 22 batters and has recorded eight saves over that span
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Brent Rooker confirms he's ‘staying' with Athletics past 2025 MLB trade deadline

Brent Rooker confirms he's ‘staying' with Athletics past 2025 MLB trade deadline originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area

Athletics slugging designated hitter/outfielder Brent Rooker won’t be going anywhere before the 2025 MLB trade deadline on July 31.

The two-time MLB All-Star explained to Foul Territory’s Erik Kratz on Thursday that he has had conversations with the Green and Gold’s brass, and they have assured Rooker that he will not be dealt at the deadline — especially after signing a five-year, $60 million contract extension with the Athletics in January.

“Yeah, I’m not going anywhere. We’re good,” Rooker told Kratz. “I’m staying. We’re good,” adding that it “for sure” feels good to know he won’t be traded anytime soon.

Rooker has slashed .275/.352/.501 with 112 hits, 56 RBI and 21 home runs over 105 games during the 2025 MLB season. 

It would make sense for any club, particularly one transitioning from Oakland to West Sacramento to Las Vegas over five years, to want those numbers around for the long haul. 

Which is why Rooker and the A’s agreed to an extension in the first place.

“I signed the extension because I’m where I want to be,” Rooker told Kratz. “I believe in what we’re doing and believe in the people that we have on our team, on our roster, on our coaching staff, in the building. I believe in everything we have going on, and I want to be a part of that. 

Rooker, claimed off waivers by the A’s after being cut by the Kansas City Royals in 2022, has yet to make the MLB playoffs with the Green and Gold. He’ll probably have to wait another season, as the A’s carry a 43-62 record and trail the 55-49 Boston Red Sox by 12.5 games for the AL’s final wild card spot.

But the A’s limited success doesn’t agitate Rooker. The 30-year-old is proud to be the face of the franchise through the ups and downs and is glad to be a part of something bigger than this season.

“One of the reasons why I decided to sign that extension was to stay here, and I will not be going anywhere this trade deadline,” Rooker reiterated to Kratz.

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Diamondbacks at Pirates prediction: Odds, expert picks, starting pitchers, trends, and stats for July 25

Its Friday, July 25 and the Diamondbacks (50-53) are in Pittsburgh to take on the Pirates (42-61).

Ryne Nelson is slated to take the mound for Arizona against Mike Burrows for Pittsburgh.

After being swept this past weekend by the White Sox, the team in last in the American League Central, the Pirates bounced back and swept the team in first in the AL Central, the Detroit Tigers. The Bucs limited the Tigers to six runs over the three-game series.

Arizona arrives in the Steel City minus their first baseman, Josh Naylor, who was dealt to the Seattle Mariners Thursday evening for prospects. They also arrive without a win in their last three games.

Lets dive into the matchup and find a sweat or two.

We’ve got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch first pitch, odds, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts.

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Game details & how to watch Diamondbacks at Pirates

  • Date: Friday, July 25, 2025
  • Time: 6:40PM EST
  • Site: PNC Park
  • City: Pittsburgh, PA
  • Network/Streaming: ARID, SNP

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Odds for the Diamondbacks at the Pirates

The latest odds as of Friday:

  • Moneyline: Diamondbacks (-121), Pirates (+101)
  • Spread:  Diamondbacks -1.5
  • Total: 9.0 runs

Probable starting pitchers for Diamondbacks at Pirates

  • Pitching matchup for July 25, 2025: Ryne Nelson vs. Mike Burrows
    • Diamondbacks: Ryne Nelson (6-2, 3.52 ERA)
      Last outing: July 19 vs. St. Louis - 1.50 ERA, 1 Earned Runs Allowed, 4 Hits Allowed, 1 Walks, and 4 Strikeouts
    • Pirates: Mike Burrows (1-3, 4.70 ERA)
      Last outing: July 19 vs. White Sox - 3.60 ERA, 2 Earned Runs Allowed, 3 Hits Allowed, 2 Walks, and 6 Strikeouts

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Top betting trends & insights to know ahead of Diamondbacks at Pirates

  • The Diamondbacks have won their last 3 games against National League teams
  • With Michael Burrows on the bump in Pittsburgh this season the Over is 5-1 (83%)
  • Betting the Pirates on the Run Line with Michael Burrows as the opener would have returned a 1.79-unit profit in 2025
  • Bryan Reynolds has hits in 3 straight games (6-13) and in 7 of his last 8 games (12-32)

If you’re looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our MLB Top Trends tool on NBC Sports!

Expert picks & predictions for tonight’s game between the Diamondbacks and the Pirates

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Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the MLB calendar based on data points like past performance, player matchups, ballpark information and weather forecasts.

Once the model is finished running, we put its projection next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager.

Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Friday's game between the Diamondbacks and the Pirates:

  • Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the Arizona Diamondbacks on the Moneyline.
  • Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Pittsburgh Pirates at +1.5.
  • Total: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play on the over on the Game Total of 9.0.

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Marlins at Brewers Prediction: Odds, expert picks, starting pitchers, betting trends and stats for July 25

Its Friday, July 25 and the Marlins (48-53) are in Milwaukee to open a series against the Brewers (61-41).

Cal Quantrill is slated to take the mound for Miami against Freddy Peralta for Milwaukee.

No team in baseball is playing better than the Milwaukee Brewers. Winners of 12 of their last 13 games, Milwaukee not only sits in first place in the National League Central but owns the best record in baseball.

Winners of six of their last ten, the Marlins have climbed into third place in the National League East and within 6.5 games of a wildcard berth.

These teams met the week of July 4th in Miami and the Brew Crew took two of the three games.

Lets dive into the matchup and find a sweat or two.

We’ve got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch first pitch, odds, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts.

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Game details & how to watch Marlins at Brewers

  • Date: Friday, July 25, 2025
  • Time: 4:10PM EST
  • Site: American Family Field
  • City: Milwaukee, WI
  • Network/Streaming: FDSNFL, FDSNWI, MLBN

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Odds for the Marlins at the Brewers

The latest odds as of Friday:

  • Moneyline: Marlins (+192), Brewers (-233)
  • Spread:  Brewers -1.5
  • Total: 8.0 runs

Probable starting pitchers for Marlins at Brewers

  • Pitching matchup for July 25, 2025: Cal Quantrill vs. Freddy Peralta
    • Marlins: Cal Quantrill (3-8, 5.24 ERA)
      Last outing: July 19 vs. Kansas City - 0.00 ERA, 0 Earned Runs Allowed, 2 Hits Allowed, 0 Walks, and 3 Strikeouts
    • Brewers: Freddy Peralta (12-4, 2.85 ERA)
      Last outing: July 19 at Dodgers - 7.20 ERA, 4 Earned Runs Allowed, 5 Hits Allowed, 3 Walks, and 4 Strikeouts

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Top betting trends & insights to know ahead of Marlins at Brewers

  • With Freddy Peralta starting the Brewers have won 8 of their last 10 games
  • The Brewers' last 6 games have gone over the Total with Freddy Peralta as the starting pitcher
  • The Brewers have covered in 5 of their last 5 games with Freddy Peralta as the starter to return 3.42 units
  • Jackson Chourio was 5-12 in the Seattle series and is riding a 17-game hitting streak
  • Jackson Chourio has at least 1 hit in every game this month with the exception of July 2
  • Eric Wagaman is without a hit in his last 6 games (0-19) and is just 5-43 this month (.116)

If you’re looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our MLB Top Trends tool on NBC Sports!

Expert picks & predictions for today’s game between the Marlins and the Brewers

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Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the MLB calendar based on data points like past performance, player matchups, ballpark information and weather forecasts.

Once the model is finished running, we put its projection next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager.

Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Friday's game between the Marlins and the Brewers:

  • Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the Milwaukee Brewers on the Moneyline.
  • Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Miami Marlins at +1.5.
  • Total: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play on the under on the Game Total of 8.0.

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Blue Jays at Tigers Prediction: Odds, expert picks, starting pitchers, betting trends and stats for July 25

Its Friday, July 25 and the Blue Jays (61-42) are in Detroit to take on the Tigers (60-44) in Game 2 of their four-game weekend series.

José Berríos is slated to take the mound for Toronto against Keider Montero for Detroit.

The Blue Jays were dominant in the series opener taking out the Tigers 11-4. It was Detroit's 11th loss in their last 12 games. Vlad Guerrero Jr. continued his recent hot streak with three hits.

Lets dive into the matchup and find a sweat or two.

We’ve got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch the first pitch, odds, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts.

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Game details & how to watch Blue Jays at Tigers

  • Date: Friday, July 25, 2025
  • Time: 7:10PM EST
  • Site: Comerica Park
  • City: Detroit, MI
  • Network/Streaming: Sportsnet, FDSNDT

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Odds for the Blue Jays at the Tigers

The latest odds as of Friday:

  • Moneyline: Blue Jays (-114), Tigers (-106)
  • Spread:  Blue Jays -1.5
  • Total: 8.0 runs

Probable starting pitchers for Blue Jays at Tigers

  • Pitching matchup for July 25, 2025: José Berríos vs. Keider Montero
    • Blue Jays: José Berríos (6-4, 3.87 ERA)
      Last outing: July 20 vs. San Francisco - 6.35 ERA, 4 Earned Runs Allowed, 8 Hits Allowed, 1 Walks, and 5 Strikeouts
    • Tigers: Keider Montero (4-2, 4.28 ERA)
      Last outing: July 19 at Texas - 8.31 ERA, 4 Earned Runs Allowed, 4 Hits Allowed, 3 Walks, and 5 Strikeouts

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Top betting trends & insights to know ahead of Blue Jays at Tigers

  • The Blue Jays have won 4 of their last 5 series
  • The Under is 4-1 in the Tigers' last 5 games
  • The Blue Jays have covered in 4 of their last 5 games for a profit of 2.79 units
  • Vlad Guerrero Jr. is enjoying a 6-game hitting streak (12-24)

If you’re looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our MLB Top Trends tool on NBC Sports!

Expert picks & predictions for tonight’s game between the Blue Jays and the Tigers

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Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the MLB calendar based on data points like past performance, player matchups, ballpark information and weather forecasts.

Once the model is finished running, we put its projection next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager.

Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Friday's game between the Blue Jays and the Tigers:

  • Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the Toronto Blue Jays on the Moneyline.
  • Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Detroit Tigers at +1.5.
  • Total: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the over on the Game Total of 8.0.

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Dodgers at Red Sox Prediction: Odds, expert picks, starting pitchers, betting trends and stats for July 25

Its Friday, July 25 and the Dodgers (60-43) are in Boston to begin a weekend series against the Red Sox (55-49).

Emmet Sheehan is slated to take the mound for Los Angeles against Brayan Bello for Boston.

The Dodgers remain firmly in first in the American League West but have been scuffling for the better part of a month winning just seven times in the month's first 18 games.

The Red Sox were white hot prior to the All-Star Break winning ten in a row. They have won just twice in the six games since the Break, though. Currently, Boston is 6.5 games out in the American League East and possesses the league's final wild card spot.

Lets dive into the matchup and find a sweat or two.

We’ve got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch the first pitch, odds, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts.

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Game details & how to watch Dodgers at Red Sox

  • Date: Friday, July 25, 2025
  • Time: 7:10PM EST
  • Site: Fenway Park
  • City: Boston, MA
  • Network/Streaming: SNLA, NESN

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Odds for the Dodgers at the Red Sox

The latest odds as of Friday:

  • Moneyline: Dodgers (-122), Red Sox (+102)
  • Spread:  Dodgers -1.5
  • Total: 10.0 runs

Probable starting pitchers for Dodgers at Red Sox

  • Pitching matchup for July 25, 2025: Emmet Sheehan vs. Brayan Bello
    • Dodgers: Emmet Sheehan (1-1, 4.41 ERA)
      Last outing: July 19 vs. Milwaukee - 15.00 ERA, 5 Earned Runs Allowed, 7 Hits Allowed, 1 Walks, and 3 Strikeouts
    • Red Sox: Brayan Bello (6-4, 3.23 ERA)
      Last outing: July 19 at Cubs - 4.50 ERA, 3 Earned Runs Allowed, 6 Hits Allowed, 1 Walks, and 4 Strikeouts

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Top betting trends & insights to know ahead of Dodgers at Red Sox

  • The Dodgers have won 7 of their last 8 games against the Red Sox
  • 7 of the Red Sox's last 8 games against the Dodgers have gone over the Total
  • The Dodgers have failed to cover the Run Line in 6 of their last 8 games
  • Mookie Betts is 3-21 since the All-Star Break
  • Freddie Freeman was 4-11 in the series against the Twins
  • Alex Bregman was 2-10 in the series against the Phillies

If you’re looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our MLB Top Trends tool on NBC Sports!

Expert picks & predictions for tonight’s game between the Dodgers and the Red Sox

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Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the MLB calendar based on data points like past performance, player matchups, ballpark information and weather forecasts.

Once the model is finished running, we put its projection next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager.

Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Friday's game between the Dodgers and the Red Sox:

  • Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the Los Angeles Dodgers on the Moneyline.
  • Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Boston Red Sox at +1.5.
  • Total: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play on the under on the Game Total of 10.0.

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Phillies at Yankees prediction: Odds, expert picks, starting pitchers, betting trends, and stats for July 25

Its Friday, July 25 and the Phillies (58-44) are in the Bronx to open a series against the Yankees (56-46).

Taijuan Walker is slated to take the mound for Philadelphia against Will Warren for New York.

The Phillies just concluded a six-game homestand that saw them lose two of three to the Angels and win two of three against the Red Sox. All-Star Kyle Schwarber leads a Philadelphia attack with four home runs since the All-Star Break.

The Yankees return home after a six-game home stand that saw them take two of three in Atlanta but subsequently lose two of three in Toronto. Aaron Judge was 1-10 in the series against the Jays.

Lets dive into the matchup and find a sweat or two.

We’ve got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch the first pitch, odds, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts.

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Game details & how to watch Phillies at Yankees

  • Date: Friday, July 25, 2025
  • Time: 7:05PM EST
  • Site: Yankee Stadium
  • City: Bronx, NY
  • Network/Streaming: Apple TV+

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Odds for the Phillies at the Yankees

The latest odds as of Friday:

  • Moneyline: Phillies (+132), Yankees (-158)
  • Spread:  Yankees -1.5
  • Total: 9.0 runs

Probable starting pitchers for Phillies at Yankees

  • Pitching matchup for July 25, 2025: Taijuan Walker vs. Will Warren
    • Phillies: Taijuan Walker (3-5, 3.75 ERA)
      Last outing: 6.75 ERA, 3 Earned Runs Allowed, 9 Hits Allowed, 1 Walks, and 4 Strikeouts
    • Yankees: Will Warren (6-5, 4.91 ERA)
      Last outing: 12.27 ERA, 5 Earned Runs Allowed, 5 Hits Allowed, 3 Walks, and 5 Strikeouts

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Top betting trends & insights to know ahead of Phillies at Yankees

  • The Phillies have won 4 of their last 5 games against AL East teams
  • The Under is 61-36-2 for the Phillies' road games and the Yankees' home games combined this season
  • The Phillies have failed to cover the Run Line in their last 4 games against the Yankees
  • Aaron Judge continues his quest for the Triple Crown currently ranking 1st in batting average (.345), second in home runs (37), and second in RBIs (84)
  • Bryce Harper has hit safely in 3 straight games (4-12) and in 9 of his last 10 games (16-40)

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Expert picks & predictions for tonight’s game between the Phillies and the Yankees

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Once the model is finished running, we put its projection next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager.

Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Friday's game between the Phillies and the Yankees:

  • Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is staying away from a play on the Moneyline.
  • Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Philadelphia Phillies at +1.5.
  • Total: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play on the over on the Game Total of 9.0.

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Mets at Giants prediction: Odds, expert picks, starting pitchers, betting trends, and stats for July 25

Its Friday, July 25 and the Mets (59-44) are in San Francisco to open a series against the Giants (54-49).

Clay Holmes is slated to take the mound for New York against Logan Webb for San Francisco.

The Giants won their last two in their series against the Braves in Atlanta earlier this week. Rafael Devers is suddenly hot. The former Red Sox "not a first baseman" is 8-18 over his last four games.

The Mets have reclaimed first place in the National League East following a sweep of the Angels earlier this week. New York has won four in a row. The bottom of the batting order has started to hit for the Mets. Brett Baty has hit in six straight games with 7 hits in 19 ABs.

Lets dive into the matchup and find a sweat or two.

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Game details & how to watch Mets at Giants

  • Date: Friday, July 25, 2025
  • Time: 10:15PM EST
  • Site: Oracle Park
  • City: San Francisco, CA
  • Network/Streaming: WPIX, NBCSBA

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Odds for the Mets at the Giants

The latest odds as of Friday:

  • Moneyline: Mets (+119), Giants (-141)
  • Spread:  Giants -1.5
  • Total: 7.0 runs

Probable starting pitchers for Mets at Giants

  • Pitching matchup for July 25, 2025: Clay Holmes vs. Logan Webb
    • Mets: Clay Holmes (8-5, 3.48 ERA)
      Last outing: July 19 vs. Cincinnati - 6.75 ERA, 4 Earned Runs Allowed, 6 Hits Allowed, 2 Walks, and 3 Strikeouts
    • Giants: Logan Webb (9-7, 3.08 ERA)
      Last outing: July 19 at Toronto - 6.00 ERA, 4 Earned Runs Allowed, 11 Hits Allowed, 1 Walks, and 1 Strikeouts

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Top betting trends & insights to know ahead of Mets at Giants

  • The Giants have lost 7 of their last 10 games
  • Giants' pitcher Logan Webb has an ERA of 3.09 and a WHIP of 1.17 this season
  • Willy Adames was 5-11 in the series against the Braves
  • Brandon Nimmo has hits in 6 of his last 7 games (8-24)

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Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Friday's game between the Mets and the Giants:

  • Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is staying away from a play on the Moneyline.
  • Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the New York Mets at +1.5.
  • Total: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the over on the Game Total of 7.0.

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SEE IT: Yankees to wear retro caps for Hall of Fame weekend

Major League Baseball is planning a special weekend for the 2025 Hall of Fame ceremony, which includes all 30 teams wearing retro-style caps.

From July 25-27, each team will wear these new hats, and the Yankeeshave their own retro version of the classic NY emblem, which you can see below.

The caps are designed by New Era and will feature a retro or retro-inspired logo with a vintage look and feel. The caps will also have a commemorative Hall of Fame patch stitched to the right side of the hats.

Sportslogos.net had an opportunity to speak with a New Era rep about each team's hat concept and here's what they had to say about the Yankees' retro cap:

"A midnight navy blue cap with a version of the interlocked Yankees’ 'NY' logo that more closely resembles the style worn during the early 1910s and ’20s."

It should be noted that the jerseys will remain the same for all the teams, the caps will be the only change this weekend. The hat can be purchased on the official MLB shop and comes in a fitted and adjustable style.

The 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame ceremony will take place on Sunday, July 27, in Cooperstown. The inductees include former Yankees starter CC Sabathia, Ichiro Suzuki and Billy Wagner.

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SEE IT: Mets to wear retro caps for Hall of Fame weekend

Major League Baseball is planning a special weekend for the 2025 Hall of Fame ceremony, which includes all 30 teams wearing retro-style caps.

From July 25-27, each team will wear these new hats, and the Mets have their own retro version of the iconic blue and orange cap, which you can see below.

The caps are designed by New Era and will feature a retro or retro-inspired logo with a vintage look and feel. The caps will also have a commemorative Hall of Fame patch stitched to the right side of the hats.

Sportslogos.net had an opportunity to speak with a New Era rep about each team's hat concept and here's what they had to say about the Mets' retro cap:

"Nearly identical to their usual cap, but with a wider 'NY' and a blue button, this version was worn from 1962 to 1992, spanning both Mets championships."

It should be noted that the jerseys will remain the same for all the teams, the caps will be the only change this weekend.

The 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame ceremony will take place on Sunday, July 27, in Cooperstown. The inductees include CC Sabathia, Ichiro Suzuki and former Mets reliever Billy Wagner.

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Mariners acquire Josh Naylor from the Diamondbacks for 2 pitchers as trade deadline deals begin

PHOENIX (AP) The Seattle Mariners acquired first baseman Josh Naylor from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday as the franchise tries to beef up its lineup ahead of the July 31 trade deadline.

The 28-year-old Naylor is hitting .292 with 11 homers and 59 RBIs this season, which was his first with the D-backs. He was acquired from the Cleveland Guardians in a trade during the offseason.

Naylor hit a winning grand slam against the Mariners in June.

“We are thrilled to add Josh as we make a push for the postseason,” Seattle general manager Justin Hollander said in a statement. “Josh’s ability to hit for both average and power is unique and we are excited to not face him anymore.”

The D-backs acquired left-hander Brandyn Garcia, who has two appearances for the Mariners this season, and minor-league lefty Ashton Izzi.

The Mariners currently have a 54-48 record, which is good for second place in the AL West. They are in the second wild-card position.

The D-backs - who have a disappointing 50-53 record - are expected to continue dealing players ahead of next week's trade deadline. Third baseman Eugenio Suarez and pitchers Merrill Kelly and Zac Gallen are among the players with expiring contracts who could be on the move.

Naylor was an All-Star last season with a career-high 31 homers and 108 RBIs for the Guardians.

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Mets pitching prospects Jonah Tong, Nolan McLean deliver dominant outings for Binghamton, Syracuse

The Mets' duo of pitching prospects shone on Thursday evening as Nolan McLean and Jonah Tongprovided their respective teams with strong starts in the minors.

At Double-A Binghamton, Tong pitched five innings (79 pitches/53 strikes), allowing one run on three hits, no walks and striking out six batters. It's the ninth consecutive start where Tong went at least five innings.

Tong's lone run allowed came early in the game. In the first inning, Aidan Miller of the Fightin Phils picked up a leadoff single off of Tong before stealing second and advancing to third base on a throwing error by catcher Kevin Parada. Tong bounced back to strike out the next batter, but a Hendry Mendez groundout allowed Miller to score from third base. After a two-out single by Paul McIntosh, the first inning was done and the Fightin Phils would get just one more baserunner off of Tong the rest of the game.

Tong punctuated his night by striking out the side in the fifth inning.

Despite his performance on Thursday, Tong's ERA actually went up a tick to 1.72, but he still remains one of the best pitchers in Double-A.

With Triple-A Syracuse, McLean helped the team win their fourth straight game on Thursday.

The right-hander pitched a career-high 7.1 innings (85 pitches/55 strikes), allowing two runs on four hits, no walks and striking out six batters. McLean is now 4-4 in 13 games (10 starts) with Triple-A, pitching to a 3.01 ERA and a 1.13 WHIP.

Similar to Tong down in Double-A, the opponent got all their runs in one inning off of McLean. In the second, Cavan Biggio doubled off of McLean to lead off the inning. Peyton Wilson drove in Biggio with a two-out double. Nick Pratto followed with a single to drive in Wilson to give Omaha the early 2-0 lead.

But that's all Omaha would get off of McLean, who would allow just one more hit the rest of the game.

On the Syracuse offensive side, prospect Drew Gilbert went 0-for-4, but veteran Joey Meneses hit a three-run bomb off of former Cy Young winner Dallas Keuchel to give Syracuse the lead for good and help McLean pick up his fourth win.

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Orioles closer Félix Bautista placed on injured list with right shoulder discomfort

CLEVELAND — Baltimore Orioles closer Félix Bautista, who is tied for sixth in the American League with 19 saves, was placed on the 15-day injured list Thursday with right shoulder discomfort.

Interim manager Tony Mansolino said the right-hander felt uncomfortable while stretching in the bullpen Wednesday during a 3-2 loss to the Cleveland Guardians. Bautista will undergo an MRI when the Orioles return home Friday.

“The (dugout) phone rang in the seventh inning last night and I thought, ‘That is not good,’” Mansolino said. “Then I heard it get slammed down and knew it wasn’t good.

“Félix had started his process of getting loose and that’s when it flared up.”

Bautista did not pitch in the first three games of the series in Cleveland, last seeing action on Sunday at Tampa Bay when he earned his 19th save in 20 opportunities. He missed the entire 2024 season while recovering from Tommy John surgery.

The 30-year-old Dominican has a 1-1 record and 2.60 ERA in 35 appearances, limiting opponents to a .134 batting average over 34 2/3 innings. Bautista has struck out 50 and walked 23.

“We just have to hope it’s not too serious,” Mansolino said.

The Orioles will use a closer-by-committee in the short term with righty setup men Seranthony Domínguez and Yennier Cano at the front of the line.

“We’re going to have to bump up their roles,” Mansolino said. “We’ll figure it out.”

Bautista will not enter free agency until 2028, but is eligible for arbitration following this season. The 6-foot-8, 285-pounder is in the final year of a two-year, $2 million contract.

With the Orioles out of wild-card contention, they are expected to be active sellers before the July 31 trade deadline.