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Diamondbacks Top Dodgers 5-3 with Grand Slam by Moreno; NL West Division Continues to Heat Up

In the latest Diamondbacks vs Dodgers matchup, Arizona secured a 5-3 victory with a grand slam by Gabriel Moreno proving to be the winning factor. Brandon Pfaadt delivered a strong pitching performance for the Diamondbacks, while Shohei Ohtani's late homer was not enough for the Dodgers. The NL West division remains competitive, with multiple teams surpassing 20 wins already. Roki Sasaki will start for the Dodgers, while Eduardo Rodriguez will take the mound for the Diamondbacks. Los Angeles is favored to win with a betting line currently at -128. Get more expert picks from David Delano, who is on a 10-0 MLB run.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Dodgers -128 | Diamondbacks +111
• Spread: Dodgers -1.5 (+120) | Diamondbacks +1.5 (-140)
• Total: Over/Under 10 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 56%.

Los Angeles vs Arizona Stats

Los Angeles Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers continue to showcase their elite status in baseball, despite some vulnerabilities highlighted in Thursday's defeat. The team ranks among MLB's best in offensive categories, such as runs per game, batting average, OPS, and home runs. Shohei Ohtani and Teoscar Hernández lead the team in offensive performance, while pitching has been solid overall with a 3.72 ERA. The bullpen is reliable, but the team's low number of quality starts is a concern. Defensively, the Dodgers have been sound, committing few errors. With a power ranking of 4 and a record of 25-13, the team sits atop a competitive NL West.

Arizona Diamondbacks Analysis

Arizona's recent 5-3 win showcased their strength in timely hitting and solid starting pitching. Key moments included Gabriel Moreno's grand slam and Brandon Pfaadt's impressive performance on the mound. The bullpen, led by Kevin Ginkel, held off a late Dodgers rally. Offensively, the Diamondbacks have been steady, ranking near the top in runs, batting average, and OPS. Their pitching stats are solid but quality starts have been a challenge. Defensively, they have committed few errors. With 20 wins, Arizona is proving to be a competitive team in the NL West. Despite a power ranking of 18, they are ranked 6th in offense and 24th in defense, with a current record of 20-18. In their last 3 matchups, the Los Angeles Dodgers went 2-1 against Arizona.

Los Angeles Dodgers Have Favorable Opportunity for Rebound Against Arizona Diamondbacks

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a favorable opportunity for a rebound. Eduardo Rodriguez of the Arizona Diamondbacks has historically faced challenges when pitching against the Dodgers, as evidenced by their .329 lifetime batting average against him. The Diamondbacks have also struggled in Rodriguez's recent starts, going 2-4 in his last six outings and 0-4 in his last four home starts against winning teams. Roki Sasaki is poised to make a strong impact for the Dodgers, who also benefit from a deep bullpen and lineup. Following a loss on Thursday, the Dodgers are likely to regroup and perform well enough to cover the run line.

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