Philadelphia is great at home (37-21) but 29-28 on the road. The Phillies are 5-8 in the last 13 starts made by Jesus Luzardo (4.32 ERA). The bullpen is ranked 23rd in ERA (4.34). Philadelphia is on a 6-5 run, losing as favorites of -140, -135, -230, -120, and -175. They've also dropped three of their last five on the road. Meanwhile, Texas is 36-22 at home and ranked No. 1 in fielding percentage, plus fifth in steals. Batters are hitting .198 off starter Jacob deGrom (2.80 ERA), who has a 1.91 ERA at home. The relief staff is fourth in the majors with a 3.38 ERA, so back home field. Play Texas.
This Pro Pick was released to clients on August 09, 2025 at 11:29AM ET.
Philadelphia at Texas
August 9, 2025
1.5 units on Texas -128 (moneyline) (risk 1.5 to return 2.67)
Result:
LOSS
LOSS
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