Washington Nationals vs. Los Angeles Angels Odds, Analysis, MLB Betting Pick

Washington Nationals won the first game of their interleague series against Los Angeles Angels 4-3 on Tuesday. The Nationals are 57-36 since the MLB All-Star break.

Washington Nationals are -122 favorites against the Los Angeles Angels. The total is at nine runs.

Washington Nationals are the favorite at 7.0-1.4 against Los Angeles Angels.

Washington is 5-0 in the second half and has won six straight games. The Nats are the 2nd-best team in National League behind the Los Angeles Dodgers. Los Angles won three of their last four interleague road games, including a scare in ninth inning. Bryce Harper went 4-for-4, but missed on hitting for the cycle.

Alex Meyer was demoted to Triple-A Salt Lake after a loss to the Minnesota Twins on July 3. He pitched six scoreless innings in his previous game, and the Angels would like to see the same effort in this spot.

The 6'9" Meyer has been outstanding in six home starts this season, going 2-0 with a 1.65 ERA. Opposing hitters are batting only .161 against him at home. Washington starter Gio Gonzalez has an ERA that is more than a run higher on the road and at night.

Washington is 2-5 in its last 7 games against Los Angeles. Los Angles is 3-8 in last 11 games.