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The Philadelphia Phillies<\/a> head to Petco Park tonight to begin a three-game series with the San Diego Padres<\/a>. The first pitch is scheduled for 6:40 p.m. ET.<\/p>\n

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My Phillies vs. Padres predictions<\/strong> are eyeing the visitors to win the opener, with Jesus Luzardo<\/a> bringing his best on the mound.<\/p>\n

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Who will win Phillies vs Padres today: Phillies moneyline (-120)<\/h2>\n

The Philadelphia Phillies<\/a> head into tonight\u2019s matchup riding a four-game road winning streak<\/strong>, and Jesus Luzardo<\/a> has been far more effective away from home.<\/p>\n

The left-hander owns a stellar 1.52 ERA in four road outings compared to a 7.31 ERA at Citizens Bank Park<\/strong>. Luzardo has also allowed just two earned runs across his last two starts away from Philly.<\/p>\n

The San Diego Padres<\/a> counter with Randy Vasquez<\/a>, whose ERA jumps from 2.96 overall to 4.20 at Petco Park. Philadelphia\u2019s lineup has also enjoyed success against him, batting .500 in 20 at-bats<\/strong> led by Bryce Harper<\/a>, Alec Bohm<\/a>, and Kyle Schwarber<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Luzardo owns a 3.20 xERA<\/a> this season, and he’s in the top 10 of the MLB in lowest hard hit rate.<\/p>\n

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Phillies vs Padres Over\/Under pick: Under 7.5 (-115)<\/h2>\n

Recent meetings between these clubs have been low-scoring, with the Under cashing in three of the last four matchups<\/strong>. Luzardo appears to be settling into a groove, while Vasquez typically keeps damage limited despite occasional struggles at Petco Park.<\/p>\n

Offense has also been an issue for both teams this season. The Phillies rank 21st in MLB in runs scored, while the Padres sit 19th.<\/strong> Both bullpens have been reliable, each carrying sub-4.00 ERAs.<\/p>\n

Philadelphia has hit the Under in eight of its last 10 games, while San Diego<\/a> has stayed below 7.5 runs in three of its previous four contests.<\/p>\n

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