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FanDuel Sportsbook PA Betting Update August 5: Phils Odds, NFL Preseason
By Kyle Scott
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Your FanDuel Sportsbook PA betting update for today, August 5th.
In MLB action, the Phillies will be taking on the Diamondbacks in Phoenix, Arizona, and the Pirates will play host to the Brewers.
Additionally, FanDuel Sportsbooks has some early odds for both the Eagles’ and Steelers’ first NFL preseason games this year.
Let’s take a look:
Local Team Odds
MLB
Philadelphia Phillies v. Arizona Diamondbacks
Starters: Vince Velasquez (PHI) v. Merrill Kelly (ARI)
Money Line: PHI (-104) | ARI (-110)
Total Runs: 10 – Over (-106) | Under (-116)
Prop Worth Noting:
Vince Velasquez Strikes Out Over 5.5 Batters (-104)
Despite picking up the loss in his last outing against the Giants, Velasquez struck out 6 over 5 innings of work. In fact, Velasquez has struck out 6 or more batters in 4 of his last 5 outings.
Milwaukee Brewers v. Pittsburgh Pirates
Starters: Jordan Lyles (MIL) v. Dario Agrazal (PIT)
Money Line: MIL (-150) | PIT (+130)
Total Runs: 10 – Over (-110) | Under (-110)
Prop Worth Noting:
Pirates Score Over 4.5 Runs (+102)
The Pirates have scored 5 or more runs in 5 of their last 7 games despite going 2-5 in that stretch. In addition, Jordan Lyles, who will be on the bump for the Brewers, has been up and down of late, tossing two very solid performances while at the same time allowing 5 or more runs in 3 of his last 5 starts.
NFL Preseason
Tennessee Titans v. Philadelphia Eagles
Spread: TEN: +3.5 (-120) | PHI: –3.5 (+100)
Money Line: TEN (+135) | PHI (-160)
Total Points: 37 – Over (-110) | Under (-110)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers v. Pittsburgh Steelers
Spread: TB: +2.5 (-105) | PIT: –2.5 (-115)
Money Line: TB (+120) | PIT (-140)
Total Points: 37 – Over (-120) | Under (+100)
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Kyle Scott is the founder and editor of CrossingBroad.com. He has written for CBS Philly and Philly Voice, and been a panelist or contributor on NBC Sports Philly, FOX 29 and SNY TV, as well as a recurring guest on 97.5 The Fanatic, 94 WIP, 106.7 The Fan and other stations. He has more than 10 years experience running digital media properties and in online advertising and marketing.