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Los Angeles Dodgers Look to Continue Dominance Over Chicago Cubs in Three-Game Series

The Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Dodgers are set to face off in a three-game series, with the Dodgers currently leading the season series 2-0. The Cubs will have Matt Boyd on the mound, while the Dodgers will counter with Yoshinobu Yamamoto. The Dodgers are favored to win with a -185 opening line. Stay tuned for the Cubs vs. Dodgers prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cubs +167 | Dodgers -185
• Spread: Cubs +1.5 (-122) | Dodgers -1.5 (+102)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 65%.

Chicago vs Los Angeles Stats

Chicago Cubs

Matt Boyd, a dominant veteran southpaw, will be starting for the team on Friday after strong performances in his first two outings of the season. Despite past injuries, Boyd has shown promise with a 2.72 ERA and 1.13 WHIP in his previous season. The Chicago Cubs, currently standing atop their division, have been a formidable opponent at the plate, averaging 6.40 runs per game. Slugger Seiya Suzuki has been a standout player, with four home runs and 15 RBIs. The team is ranked 2nd in offense and 17th in defense, with a 9-6 record so far this season.

Los Angeles Dodgers Analysis

The Los Angeles Dodgers are starting Yoshinobu Yamamoto in the upcoming series, as he has been a strong and reliable pitcher this season with a 1.69 ERA and a 1-1 record in 16 innings. The team is returning home after a rocky road trip where they struggled with pitching but managed to avoid being swept by the Nationals. Mookie Betts has been performing well at the plate with three home runs and eight RBIs. The Dodgers are currently averaging 4.93 runs per game and have a power ranking of 3, ranking 9th in offense and 11th in defense. Despite recent losses, the team holds a 10-4 overall record. In past matchups, the Chicago Cubs have had the upper hand with a 3-0 record against the Dodgers.

Los Angeles Dodgers Dominate Chicago Cubs in Season Start

The Chicago Cubs have faced challenges against the Los Angeles Dodgers, experiencing defeat in their two initial matchups in Japan at the start of the season, resulting in a 10-4 deficit. The Dodgers maintain an impressive undefeated record of 6-0 while playing at their home stadium. Cubs pitcher Matt Boyd, known for his reliance on off-speed pitches rather than high velocity, has shown effectiveness in his performances thus far. However, his ability to effectively counter the Dodgers' offense is questionable. On the other hand, Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto has demonstrated exceptional skill, giving up only four runs in three games spanning 16 innings, leading to an impressive 1.69 ERA and 1.06 WHIP. The team has achieved victory in nine of Yamamoto's past ten appearances.

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