Nationals vs. Athletics Prediction, Picks and Odds

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Nationals vs. Athletics MLB game on July 18, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Nationals
Zack Littell 7-6, 4.90 ERA
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15
Sutter Health Park
Athletics
J.T. Ginn 7-6, 3.67 ERA
Sutter Health Park
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Nationals
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 4 1
Athletics
5 1 0 0 0 2 6 1 X 15 13 0
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Nationals
    0%
  • Athletics
    100%
Win Probability
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Last At Bat
Outs
Dylan Crews hits into a force out to shortstop. Daylen Lile out at second.
Quick Box Score
Nationals Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Wood RF4000003.0000.000
2 L. García 1B4000003.0000.000
3 J. Tena 2B3000011.0000.250
4 C. Abrams SS4000001.0000.000
5 K. Ruiz C4120000.5001.250
6 D. Lile LF3010011.3330.833
7 C. Mead 3B2000002.0000.000
8 J. Vivas P2011010.5001.000
9 D. Crews CF3000000.0000.250
Athletics Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Wilson SS6332101.5001.500
2 T. Soderstrom LF4322100.5001.850
3 S. Langeliers C3013021.3331.267
4 C. Cortes RF4222101.5002.100
5 J. Kuroda-Grauer 3B4212010.2500.900
6 D. Walton 2B1200030.0000.800
7 J. Heim DH5011002.2000.400
8 L. Butler CF4101011.0000.200
9 J. McNeil 1B5232000.6001.200

Nationals vs. Athletics: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup Overview

  • Teams: Nationals vs. Athletics
  • Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026
  • Time: 10:05 PM ET
  • Venue: Sutter Health Park

Current Betting Odds

  • Spread: Athletics favored at -1.5
  • Total (Over/Under): 11.5
  • Moneyline Odds: Nationals -106, Athletics +108

Dimers' Win Probabilities

  • Nationals: 46%
  • Athletics: 54%

Dimers' predictive model, renowned for its accuracy, assesses each team's chances by simulating the outcome of the game 10,000 times. This method provides a precise and unbiased view.

Our Prediction: Who Wins?

After extensive simulations, our model gives the Nationals a win probability of 46%, while the Athletics have a win probability of 54%. Discover the best spread, over/under, and moneyline odds for the game on this page.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Athletics are more likely to beat the Nationals in the MLB game at Sutter Health Park on Sunday. Discover the best spread, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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