July 8, 2025 - Matchplug Blog

MLB Prediction: Philadelphia Phillies vs San Francisco Giants

The Phillies and Giants kick off a tightly poised three-game set on Monday at Oracle Park with the season series tied 2-2. This one features a strong pitching matchup between Cristopher Sanchez and Landen Roupp, both of whom have been in solid form recently.

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Betting Preview for Phillies vs Giants

Venue: Oracle Park, San Francisco
Date: Monday, July 1, 2025
Time: 9:45 PM ET
Odds are provided by 1XBet

Betting on the Philadelphia Phillies

The Phillies enter this series atop the NL East but have been shaky on the road lately, losing five of their last six away games. Still, their pitching remains a consistent strength, led by lefty Cristopher Sanchez, who brings a stellar 2.68 ERA and 1.13 WHIP into this contest. Sanchez has also had the Giants’ number this year, going 2-0 with a 1.53 ERA in 17.2 innings against them.

Offensively, Philadelphia continues to lean on Bryce Harper and Nick Castellanos, although Harper’s recent slump (0 RBIs in six games) has dulled their scoring potential. Alec Bohm and Castellanos have picked up the slack, but overall, the offense has dipped slightly, managing just 14 runs over their last three series.

Betting on the San Francisco Giants

The Giants remain dangerous at home, boasting a 25-17 record at Oracle Park. They’re clinging to a Wild Card spot and have relied heavily on their elite pitching, ranked 2nd in MLB with a 3.45 ERA.

Rookie Landen Roupp continues to impress, especially at home where he’s been lights out — 1.85 ERA over 34 inningsat Oracle. He’s allowed only two runs in his last 15.1 innings and led the team to victory in four of his last five starts. Though he gave up four runs in five innings to Philly earlier this season, his current form is much stronger.

MatchPlug Prediction for Phillies vs Giants

While the Phillies have the stronger overall team and pitching staff, their road woes and Roupp’s home dominance tilt this one in San Francisco’s favor. Roupp has quietly become a trusted arm in pressure spots, and with Philly’s bats inconsistent lately, the Giants are well-positioned to steal Game 1.

Final Prediction: San Francisco Giants Moneyline

MLB Prediction Today: Pirates vs Kansas City Royals Prediction

The Pittsburgh Pirates head to Kauffman Stadium on Monday, July 8th, 2025, to face off against the Kansas City Royals in an interleague battle. Here’s our full betting preview for the Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Kansas City Royals game.

The first pitch is scheduled for 7:40 PM ET on Monday, July 8th, 2025, at Kauffman Stadium.

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Betting Preview for Pittsburgh Pirates vs Kansas City Royals

Venue: Kauffman Stadium
Date: Monday, July 8th, 2025
Time: 7:40 PM ET
Teams: Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Kansas City Royals
Odds as provided by 1XBet

Betting on the Pittsburgh Pirates

1XBet Moneyline: +135
1XBet Over/Under: Over 8.5

The Pirates enter this matchup having been swept by the Seattle Mariners. They’ve dropped three straight and have seen their offense go cold, failing to score a single run in the series. Over their last 10 games, Pittsburgh is 6-4, with the underhitting in 7 of those matchups.

Veteran lefty Andrew Heaney gets the start. He’s 4-7 with a 4.16 ERA this season but has struggled on the road, posting a 1-5 record and a 5.79 ERA in nine away starts. While he impressed in his last outing against St. Louis, he’ll need more consistency for the Pirates to stay competitive.

Pittsburgh has talent in the likes of O’Neil Cruz, Brian Reynolds, and Ke’Bryan Hayes, but the offense has underperformed as a unit. The Pirates desperately need their bats to show up, especially after going scoreless over three games.

Betting on the Kansas City Royals

1XBet Moneyline: -160
1XBet Over/Under: Under 8.5

The Royals are coming off a strong series win over the Diamondbacks, taking two of three. They are 5-5 in their last 10 games and looking to gain momentum in the AL Wild Card race.

Noah Cameron gets the nod on the mound. The 25-year-old lefty has been a bright spot this season, boasting a 2.56 ERA and 1.01 WHIP. Though his numbers dip slightly at home (4.28 ERA in five starts), his recent form makes him a reliable option.

Kansas City’s offense hasn’t been electric, ranking last in total runs scored, but their pitching and defense continue to keep them competitive. With a solid rotation and postseason experience from last year, the Royals are a team that could hang around the playoff picture down the stretch.

MatchPlug Prediction for Pittsburgh Pirates vs Kansas City Royals

The Pirates’ offense has gone silent, and that’s a bad recipe against a Kansas City team coming off a series win and sending a sharp young arm to the mound. While Pittsburgh may find their rhythm soon, it’s unlikely to happen here, especially on the road where Heaney has struggled.

Expect Cameron and the Royals’ bullpen to limit the Pirates’ run production, while KC does just enough offensively to get the job done.

Final Prediction: Kansas City Royals Moneyline

MLB Prediction Today: Dodgers vs Brewers Prediction

The Los Angeles Dodgers travel to American Family Field to open a three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewerson Monday, July 8th, 2025. Here’s our Dodgers vs. Brewers prediction and betting breakdown.
Both teams are playoff contenders, and this one could be a potential postseason preview.

First pitch is scheduled for 7:40 PM ET on Monday night.

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Betting Preview for Los Angeles Dodgers vs Milwaukee Brewers

Venue: American Family Field
Date: Monday, July 8th, 2025
Time: 7:40 PM ET
Teams: Los Angeles Dodgers vs Milwaukee Brewers
Odds are provided by 1XBet

Betting on the Los Angeles Dodgers

The Dodgers are tied with the Tigers for the best record in baseball at 56-36 but are coming off a rare series loss to the Astros. Prior to that, they had won seven straight series and remain one of the league’s most dangerous offensive units.

Shohei Ohtani (30 HR) continues to mash, while Will Smith leads the team in average (.332) and Andy Pages leads in RBI (58). Offensively, this team can hit anyone.

The bullpen has also been shaky, which makes the later innings vulnerable against clutch teams like Milwaukee.

Betting on the Milwaukee Brewers

The Brewers (49-40) are in second place in the NL Central and looking to make up ground on the Cubs. They’ve dropped four of their last six games but are solid at home, winning four of their last five at American Family Field

Christian Yelich leads the team with 17 home runs and 61 RBI, while Sal Frelick tops the average chart at .291. The Brewers are patient at the plate and hit well against right-handers, which will be key against Yamamoto.

MatchPlug Prediction for Dodgers vs Brewers

While the Dodgers remain a threat at the plate, Milwaukee has the edge in pitching, both with Peralta’s home dominance and a sharper bullpen. Yamamoto has had command issues recently, and against a Brewers team that performs well against right-handers, that’s a red flag.

The Brewers are also tough at home, and with Freddy Peralta limiting hard contact, Milwaukee is in a good position to steal the opener.

Final Prediction: Milwaukee Brewers Moneyline

MLB Prediction Today: Arizona Diamondbacks vs San Diego Padres

The Arizona Diamondbacks head to Petco Park to open a three-game NL West series against the San Diego Padres on Monday, July 8th, 2025. These teams met in June with Arizona taking two of three at home, but this time the Padres get a shot at revenge. Here’s our full breakdown and Diamondbacks vs. Padres prediction.

First pitch is scheduled for 9:40 PM ET on Monday at Petco Park.

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Betting Preview for Arizona Diamondbacks vs San Diego Padres

Venue: Petco Park
Date: Monday, July 8th, 2025
Time: 9:40 PM ET
Teams: Arizona Diamondbacks vs. San Diego Padres
Odds as provided by 1XBet

Betting on the Arizona Diamondbacks

1XBet Moneyline: +130
1XBet Over/Under: Over 8.5

The Diamondbacks dropped two of three to the Royals and continue to hover around .500. Their lineup has plenty of pop, led by Eugenio Suárez (28 HR, 73 RBI), Corbin Carroll (20 HR), and Ketel Marte (19 HR). Carroll just returned from the IL with a wrist injury, but it remains to be seen if he’ll be fully effective at the plate.

Zac Gallen gets the start, looking to build on his strong outing against the Giants, where he gave up just one run over seven innings. Despite a 6-9 record and elevated 5.45 ERA, Gallen has helped Arizona win three of his last four starts. The concern lies in inconsistency.

Betting on the San Diego Padres

1XBet Moneyline: -150
1XBet Over/Under: Under 8.5

The Padres are tied for second in the NL West and are chasing a Wild Card spot. With Nick Pivetta on the mound, they have the advantage here. Pivetta is 9-2 with a 3.25 ERA and has allowed just one earned run across his last 13 innings. In his last start, he struck out 10 and gave up just three hits in a win over the Nationals.

Offensively, the Padres lean on All-Stars Manny Machado (.292 AVG, 14 HR, 52 RBI) and Fernando Tatis Jr. (15 HR, 18 SB). Tatis has been explosive as the leadoff man, and Machado provides consistency in the middle of the order. Veteran Jake Cronenworth added two RBIs on Saturday and remains a versatile asset.

The Padres are a strong home team and have covered in three of Pivetta’s last four starts.

MatchPlug Prediction for Arizona Diamondbacks vs San Diego Padres

This is a bounce-back spot for San Diego after dropping a series in Arizona last month. With Nick Pivetta in strong form and the Padres lineup healthy and clicking, expect them to capitalize on Gallen’s shaky road numbers and a D-Backs lineup that hasn’t looked sharp since the All-Star break buildup.

Final Prediction: San Diego Padres ML (-150)

MLB Prediction Today: Toronto Blue Jays vs Chicago White Sox

The Toronto Blue Jays head to Guaranteed Rate Field for a matchup against the struggling Chicago White Sox on Sunday, July 7. Here’s our betting preview for the Toronto Blue Jays vs. Chicago White Sox game.

The first pitch is scheduled for 12:10 AM on Tuesday, 8th of July, at Guaranteed Rate Field.

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Betting Preview for Toronto Blue Jays vs Chicago White Sox

Venue: Guaranteed Rate Field
Date: Sunday, July 7th, 2025
Time: 12:10 AM
Teams: Toronto Blue Jays vs. Chicago White Sox
Odds as provided by 1XBet

Betting on the Toronto Blue Jays

1XBet Spread:
1XBet Moneyline: -190
1XBet Over/Under: Over 8.0

The Blue Jays come into this matchup atop the AL East with a 52-38 record and winners of eight straight. They are 20-22 on the road this season but have covered the run line in 26 of their last 42 away games.

Toronto’s offense is solid, ranking fourth in batting average and 12th in runs per game. George Springer leads the charge with 16 homers and a strong .886 OPS, while Ernie Clement leads the team in batting average. José Berríos takes the mound, carrying a 3.02 ERA on the road and a sharp 2.75 ERA in night games.

Betting on the Chicago White Sox

1XBet Spread:
1XBet Moneyline: +160
1XBet Over/Under: Under 8.0

The White Sox continue to struggle, sitting at 30-60 and near the bottom of every major offensive category. They rank last in batting average (.222), OPS (.642), and 28th in runs scored per game (3.46).

Sean Burke gets the start with a 4.30 ERA and 1.40 WHIP. While Chicago’s pitching has had some bright spots, their defense and control issues remain problematic. The White Sox are just 19-24 at home and have lost eight of their last ten games.

MatchPlug Prediction for Toronto Blue Jays vs Chicago White Sox

This matchup favors Toronto heavily. The Blue Jays are a playoff-contending team with balanced hitting and a strong arm in Berríos on the mound. The White Sox, meanwhile, are struggling to stay competitive and haven’t been consistent in any phase of the game.

With Toronto’s depth and momentum, expect them to continue their winning streak in Chicago.

Final Prediction: Toronto Blue Jays Over/Under

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