Dodgers on the Brink of World Series Berth as Mets Face Elimination in Crucial Game 5 showdown
On Friday evening, the Los Angeles Dodgers will face off against the New York Mets in a crucial Game 5 with a ticket to the World Series at stake. The Dodgers currently lead
Game outlook
On Friday evening, the Los Angeles Dodgers will face off against the New York Mets in a crucial Game 5 with a ticket to the World Series at stake. The Dodgers currently lead the series 3-1, winning games one, three, and four. The Mets managed to win game two. The game will take place at Citi Field in Queens, NY starting at 5:08 ET. Jack Flaherty will start on the mound for the Dodgers, while David Peterson will start for the Mets. Los Angeles is the favorite to win, with the current line at -130.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Dodgers -130 | Mets +115
Spread: Dodgers -1.5 (+130) | Mets +1.5 (-150)
Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 57%.
Los Angeles Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers have lived up to their status as World Series favorites despite facing injuries throughout the season. Following a dominant 10-2 victory, they are just one win away from reaching the 2024 MLB World Series. Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts had standout performances in the game, while Evan Phillips and Yoshinobu Yamamoto also contributed on the pitching front. Jack Flaherty is set to start the close-out game, having already impressed in the postseason. The Dodgers have a power ranking of 1 and are ranked 2 in offense, 13 in defense, with a 104-67 record for the season.