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Dodgers Poised to Capitalize on Poor Performance from Chris Paddack against Twins in Interleague Showdown

The 2025 MLB season continues on Wednesday, July 23 with an interleague showdown at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, CA between the Twins and Dodgers. The Dodgers are favored at -215 for the closing game of a three-game series, with the total set at 9.0 runs. Los Angeles won the opening game 5-2. The first pitch is scheduled for 10:10 PM ET. This is our Twins vs. Dodgers prediction for Wednesday's MLB slate.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Twins +197 | Dodgers -228
• Spread: Twins +1.5 (-105) | Dodgers -1.5 (-115)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 70%.

Minnesota Twins

The Minnesota Twins are currently trailing in the American League wild-card race, despite a strong offensive showing in their recent game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Byron Buxton hit a leadoff home run, but the team ultimately fell short. The Twins have struggled since the All-Star break, including a series loss to the Colorado Rockies. In July, the team has a .250 batting average with 23 home runs, while their bullpen has a 3.50 ERA. On Wednesday, Chris Paddack is set to start for the Twins, with a record of 3-9 and a 5.14 ERA this season. Paddack has a history of struggling against the Dodgers, with a 1-4 record and a 6.63 ERA in eight career starts.

Los Angeles Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers had a strong showing last Monday, with four home runs leading them to a victory after a three-game skid. Despite being swept by the Milwaukee Brewers over the weekend, the Dodgers are still leading the NL West. In July, the team has struggled offensively with a .209 batting average and the bullpen has a 4.97 ERA. Tyler Glasnow is set to start on Wednesday with a strong track record against the Twins, having a 2.81 ERA in two career starts and one relief appearance against them. Last year, he struck out 14 in seven scoreless innings against Minnesota.

Dodgers poised to capitalize on poor performance from Chris Paddack against Twins

I do not intend to dwell excessively on the side bet involved in this game. The Los Angeles Dodgers have encountered difficulties with hitting throughout the majority of July, however, their recent game against the Minnesota Twins saw them hitting four home runs. Given Chris Paddack's recent poor performance, it is reasonable to anticipate that the Dodgers will capitalize on this and make an early impact. Paddack has allowed an alarming number of 11 earned runs on 19 hits and three walks across his last two starts. His statistics over the preceding seven appearances have resulted in an unsatisfactory 8.55 ERA and 5.05 FIP. On the other hand, Tyler Glasnow has shown a strong track record against the Twins. Consequently, my inclination is to support the Dodgers in beating the runline.

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