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Dodgers vs. Rockies: Ohtani Takes the Mound in Final Game of Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers (71-54) will face the Colorado Rockies (36-89) in the final game of their three-game series on Tuesday evening. Shohei Ohtani will take the mound for the Dodgers, while Tanner Gordon will pitch for the Rockies. The Dodgers lead the season series 6-1. Will Ohtani secure his first win of the season? Stay tuned for the Dodgers vs. Rockies prediction. Stay up-to-date with the latest information on this matchup with us.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Dodgers -300 | Rockies +240
• Spread: Dodgers -1.5 (-187) | Rockies +1.5 (+162)
• Total: Over/Under 11.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 75%.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani is expected to start on Wednesday evening for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Ohtani had a shaky performance in his last outing against the Angels, giving up four runs in 4.1 innings, resulting in a no-decision for the Dodgers. Despite being on a pitch count, he is anticipated to pitch about five innings. Ohtani has been performing well overall this season, with a 3.47 ERA, a 1.11 WHIP, and a 0-0 record in 23.1 innings. He only allowed one run in seven innings in his previous meeting with the Rockies. The Dodgers recently regained their first-place standing in the division after a series sweep against the Padres. Teoscar Hernandez has been a strong performer for the team in August, with 10 RBIs, while the team's top prospect, Dalton Rushing, has yet to have a breakout performance. Max Muncy and Will Smith have also been dealing with injuries and inconsistent play, respectively. Despite their offensive prowess, the Dodgers' pitching has been lacking this season, with a 4.12 ERA ranking them 19th in the league.

Colorado Rockies

On Wednesday night, Tanner Gordon will be starting on the rubber for the Colorado Rockies. Despite some struggles this season, Gordon showed promise in his previous outing against the Diamondbacks, earning a win while conceding three runs in five innings. However, his overall performance has been lackluster, with a high ERA of 7.98 and a 1.80 WHIP, along with a 3-5 record in 38.1 innings and five home runs allowed. This will be Gordon's first meeting against the Dodgers.

The Rockies have shown improvement recently, winning two series in the past week against the Cardinals and Diamondbacks. Their offense has been a key factor in their recent success, scoring 22 runs and allowing 23 runs in their past four home meetings. Despite their recent wins, the Rockies have struggled at home, with a record of 20-43.

Hunter Goodman has been a standout player for the Rockies this season, with 25 home runs, 69 RBIs, and an .851 OPS. Other players, such as Ezequiel Tovar, Kyle Farmer, and Brenton Doyle have also made significant contributions to the team. However, the Rockies are currently ranked 29th in runs per game with an average of 3.78, and their pitching staff has the worst ERA in the league at 5.96.

Los Angeles Dodgers Struggle as Colorado Rockies Continue Winning Streak

The Los Angeles Dodgers have struggled recently against teams below their skill level, such as being swept by the Angels and posting a 5-5 record in their last 10 games. Additionally, they have struggled on the road with five losses in their past six away games. On the other hand, the Colorado Rockies have been performing well, with a 6-1 record in their last seven games. The Dodgers' pitching staff is facing challenges, as Shohei Ohtani is expected to have a limited presence on the mound. Their bullpen has shown weakness with a 4.20 ERA, placing them 20th in the league. It is worth noting that the Dodgers have lost in each of Ohtani's last three starts. The Colorado offense has been strong, scoring 26 runs in their last five games.

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