The upcoming MLB game on September 18, 2024, will see the San Francisco Giants take on the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, with the first pitch scheduled for 6:35 PM under expected light rain conditions. Hayden Birdsong will lead the pitching for the Giants, entering the game with a 4.737 ERA. His counterpart, Dean Kremer of the Orioles, brings a slightly better ERA of 4.096 to the mound.

The Giants, currently 11th in the NL West Division, have a record of 73-78, reflecting a .48 winning percentage, with a divisional record standing at 24-25. Their performance on the road has been less impressive with 32 wins to 41 losses. Meanwhile, the Orioles hold the 3rd position in the AL East Division with an 84-67 record, boasting a .56 winning percentage and a strong division record of 30-19.

In terms of betting odds, the game presents an intriguing setup. The point spread is set at -1.5, favoring the Orioles, while the over-under for the total runs is pegged at 8.0. The moneyline reflects the Orioles’ favorable position with -171, compared to the Giants at +145. These odds suggest expectations of a closely contested match with the Orioles slightly tilted to outperform the Giants, particularly given their better record and recent home game performances.