The Arizona Diamondbacks and host Philadelphia Phillies are set to conclude their three-game series Sunday at Citizens Bank Park. First pitch is scheduled for 2:05 p.m. ET, though weather forecasts indicate a possible rain delay. The Phillies hold a 2-0 lead in the series after winning the first two games.
Sunday's pitching matchup features RHP Eduardo Rodriguez (1-3, 6.06 ERA) for Arizona against LHP Ranger Suarez, who is making his season debut for Philadelphia.
The Diamondbacks are poised to make a roster adjustment ahead of the game. Left-hander Tommy Henry was in the visitors’ clubhouse Sunday morning, while right-hander Scott McGough was not. This move provides a fresh arm for the Arizona club, offering depth should the starter exit early or in case of a lengthy delay.
Rodriguez enters his seventh start of the season. In his last outing, he gave up eight earned runs over four innings against the Mets. Across three career starts facing the Phillies, Rodriguez has compiled a 3.06 ERA in 17 2/3 innings.
Suarez missed the season's first month with lower back stiffness. He made four rehab starts in the minor leagues, posting a 1.08 ERA with 24 strikeouts and five walks in 16 2/3 innings.
In nine career appearances, including six starts, against the Diamondbacks at Philadelphia, Suarez holds a 1-3 record with a 5.09 ERA over 35 1/3 innings.
The Arizona Diamondbacks offense has managed just four runs in the first two games of the series. The Phillies, meanwhile, have won six of their last seven contests, with their pitching staff posting a 1.83 ERA during that stretch.
Betting markets list the Phillies as slight favorites. The total for the game is set at 9 runs, with the Under cashing in the series' first two contests. For information on odds and how to win your fantasy baseball league, consult betting resources.
The Diamondbacks vs. Phillies series finale pits a returning pitcher against one looking to rebound. The outcome may hinge on the performance of the starting pitchers and potentially impact from the bullpens, which have shown inflated earned run averages this season. For more sports betting picks and tips, visit SportsbookWire.com.
