Los Angeles Dodgers vs
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Diamondbacks Defeat Dodgers in Pitching Duel with Gallen Outshining Kershaw

In this matchup, the Los Angeles Dodgers, leading the NL West with a 79-54 record, will have veteran left-handed pitcher Clayton Kershaw (2-2, 3.72 ERA) on the mound. He is coming off a no-decision against the Tampa Bay Rays. The Arizona Diamondbacks, currently second in the NL West at 72-56, will start right-handed pitcher Zac Gallen (10-6, 3.65 ERA) who is coming off a successful outing against the Boston Red Sox. The Dodgers are favored to win with an opening line of -120, now at -129.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Dodgers -129 | Diamondbacks +118
• Spread: Dodgers -1.5 (+127) | Diamondbacks +1.5 (-145)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-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 have been performing exceptionally well offensively in Major League Baseball, ranking fourth with a .762 team OPS and averaging 4.93 runs per game. They excel in power hitting, ranking third with 181 home runs as a team. Designated hitter Shohei Ohtani has been particularly impressive with a .999 OPS, 42 homers, 95 RBI, 104 runs scored, and 42 stolen bases. Pitcher Clayton Kershaw has a solid performance record, despite not pitching enough to factor into percentile rankings, with a diverse six-pitch arsenal. The team is dealing with several injuries, including those to players like Austin Barnes, Freddie Freeman, and Tyler Glasnow. With a power ranking of 8, the Dodgers hold a strong position in offense and defense, with a record of 80-54 this season.

Arizona Diamondbacks Analysis

The Arizona Diamondbacks have been a dominant offensive team, ranking second in the majors with a .768 team OPS and averaging 5.33 runs per game. Lourdes Gurriel has been a standout player, hitting well with 16 home runs, 67 RBI, and a .741 OPS. Pitcher Zac Gallen has been struggling this season, but his knuckle curve has been his best pitch with impressive stats. The team has several key players on the injury report, including Ketel Marte, Gabriel Monero, and Christian Walker. Despite their strong offense, the Diamondbacks are ranked #24 for defense and have a record of 76-58. In their last three matchups, the Los Angeles Dodgers won two out of three against Arizona.

Zac Gallen Outshines Clayton Kershaw in Pitching Duel as Diamondbacks Take on Dodgers

In the second half of the regular season, Zac Gallen has outperformed Clayton Kershaw, with Gallen boasting a 4-1 record, 3.20 ERA, and .250 batting average against in 39.1 innings compared to Kershaw's 2-2 record, 3.72 ERA, and 1.41 WHIP in 29.0 innings. Despite both offenses performing well in the last 12 games, there is a slight difference in runs scored, with the Dodgers averaging 4.83 runs per game and the Diamondbacks averaging 5.83 runs per game. Considering these factors, it is advisable to support the Arizona Diamondbacks in securing a win.

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