On May 30, 2025, the Arizona Diamondbacks will take on the Washington Nationals at Chase Field, with the game set to start at 9:40 p.m. EDT. The matchup will be available for viewing on MASN2.
This prediction hinges on the performance of Nationals starter Jake Irvin, who appears to be facing challenges this season. While Irvin began the previous season competitively with an ERA around 3.50, he showed signs of significant regression in the second half of the year. Currently, he has a similar ERA of 3.42, which underplays the risk he carries as he has lost velocity and his overall pitching effectiveness has declined. Irvin is relying heavily on an unusually favorable .229 batting average on balls in play (BABIP), a trend that is unlikely to hold.
Against a disciplined Diamondbacks lineup known for drawing walks and extending pitch counts, Irvin’s limitations could become more pronounced. Historically, he does not pitch deep into games, averaging about 90 pitches, which raises concerns about his ability to go deep into the game, particularly face-to-face with a patient opponent like the Diamondbacks.
Given these factors, the recommendation is to bet on Jake Irvin to record under 17.5 outs for the game, with +130 odds providing a potentially lucrative return.
This matchup highlights the unpredictable nature of baseball and the thin margins within which games can be won or lost. Fans can look forward to an intriguing confrontation that could showcase the resilience and adaptability of the players involved.