Giants vs. Phillies Prediction: Philadelphia Predicted to Win Thursday's MLB Matchup [4/17/2025]

The Philadelphia Phillies will square off with the San Francisco Giants in MLB action at Citizens Bank Park on Thursday, starting at 4:05PM ET.

Cristopher Sánchez (1-0, 3.12 ERA) will get the ball for the Phillies, up against Jordan Hicks (1-1, 5.87 ERA) for the Giants.

Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced MLB model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Phillies as the most likely winner of today's game.

"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's San Francisco-Philadelphia game 10,000 times," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.

"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Phillies with a win probability of 62% and the Giants with 38%."

For further insights into Thursday's matchup, including best bets and picks, visit our interactive Giants vs. Phillies predictions page.

Get 20% off Dimers Pro With Code 20BASEBALL

Get Dimers Pro

Giants vs. Giants Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Run Line?

Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Thursday's MLB matchup between the Giants and Phillies 10,000 times as part of our MLB predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model currently gives the Phillies a 62% chance of defeating the Giants.

According to our model, the Giants (+1.5) have a 57% chance of covering the run line, while the over/under total of 7.5 runs has a 53% chance of going over.

Pre-Game Probabilities

Last Updated: 8:27PM, Apr 17

Moneyline

Over / Under

Run Line

Giants

Win %

39%

61%

+175

-200

Get the best bets with Dimers Pro

See Matchup

Get Dimers Pro

Phillies

Giants SF

+175

Win %

39%

61%

See Matchup

Phillies PHI

-200

Jordan Hicks 1-1, 5.87 ERA

Cristopher Sánchez 1-0, 3.12 ERA

Get the best bets with Dimers Pro

Get Dimers Pro

Giants vs. Phillies Odds [4/17/2025]

We have sourced the best MLB odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Make the most of your sports betting experience by exploring our comprehensive list of US betting apps, and the latest sportsbooks in 2025, ensuring you never miss a top new-user deal.

Giants vs. Phillies Picks and Best Bets

Our model's biggest edge in today's Giants vs. Phillies matchup is on the moneyline.

Our expert predictions, aligned with the latest odds, reveal the best MLB picks and MLB best bets for every game throughout the season.

Unlimited access to our complete set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.

Unlock Every Giants-Phillies Pick

Get Dimers Pro

Calling Our Shot's Best Bets Video

Calling Our Shot produces daily MLB betting content, including the free picks featured below.

Giants vs. Phillies Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

Thursday's MLB action between the Phillies and Giants at Citizens Bank Park is scheduled to start at 4:05PM ET.

• Who: San Francisco Giants vs. Philadelphia Phillies
• Date: Thursday, April 17, 2025
• Time: 4:05PM ET/1:05PM PT
• Venue: Citizens Bank Park

Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Thursday's Giants vs. Phillies matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

Before making any San Francisco vs. Philadelphia picks, be sure to check out the latest MLB predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.

Key MLB Betting Guides and Insights

• Explore how MLB odds work and dive into MLB live betting strategies
• Understand where sports odds come from and how they're applied to baseball matchups
• Learn how to use Dimers Futures to find long-term betting opportunities as the World Series draws closer
• Stay informed with where online sports betting is currently legal and which betting sites are safest to use
• Boost your success with strategies to win at sports betting and explore why MLB is one of the best leagues to bet on

Conclusion

We predict the Phillies, with a 62% win probability, will likely beat the Giants on Thursday.

AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Giants vs. Phillies insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.

Note: Clicking links to our partners may earn us a referral fee. Learn about how we review products and services.

More on MLB

Keep up with the latest MLB betting news and MLB parlay picks throughout the season. Plus, our World Series odds offer the most accurate projections for the World Series, American League, National League and each division.