Los Angeles Dodgers vs
Colorado RockiesPredictions & Preview

Los Angeles Dodgers look to clinch NL West title with Tony Gonsolin making 2024 debut against struggling Rockies

The Los Angeles Dodgers are leading the NL West with a record of 94-64 and are looking to clinch the division title. Right-handed pitcher Tony Gonsolin is making his 2024 debut in this game. The struggling Colorado Rockies, last in the NL West with a 61-98 record, will have right-hander Cal Quantrill on the mound. Quantrill is coming off a no-decision against the Dodgers in his last outing. Los Angeles is the betting favorite in this matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Dodgers -180 | Rockies +148
• Spread: Dodgers -1.5 (-125) | Rockies +1.5 (+104)
• Total: Over/Under 11.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 64%.

Los Angeles vs Colorado Stats

Los Angeles Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers are currently excelling at the plate, ranking second in the league with a .776 team OPS and averaging 5.12 runs per game. Designated hitter Shohei Ohtani has been a standout player with impressive stats. Pitcher Tony Gonsolin is making his debut for the season, but his previous performance was subpar in several key metrics. The team has several players on the injury report, including key players like Clayton Kershaw and Tyler Glasnow. Despite some injuries, the team has a power ranking of 7 and a strong record of 95-64, with a strong offense and a mid-range defense.

Colorado Rockies Analysis

The Colorado Rockies have been performing decently throughout the season, ranking 15th in Major League Baseball with a .706 team OPS and scoring an average of 4.25 runs per game. They are also ranked 15th in the sport for hitting home runs with 177 total. Third baseman Ryan McMahon has been a standout player with a .735 team OPS, 20 home runs, 64 RBI, 68 runs scored, and four steals.

On the other hand, pitcher Cal Quantrill has been struggling, with low percentiles in xERA, chase percentage, strikeout percentage, and xBA. His sinker pitch has been particularly ineffective, with hitters batting .351 and slugging .608 against it. In matchups against the Dodgers, Quantrill has gone 0-2 in 14.0 innings, allowing 10 runs on 22 hits.

In terms of injuries, the Colorado Rockies have several players listed as questionable or out, including pitcher Ryan Feltner, second baseman Brendan Rodgers, pitcher Tyler Kinley, pitcher Daniel Hudson, pitcher Lucas Gilbreath, pitcher German Marquez, first baseman Kris Bryant, and pitcher Daniel Bard.

Overall, the Rockies have a power ranking of 27 and rank 19th for offense, averaging 4.21 runs per game. However, their defense ranks last in the league, giving up an average of 5.66 points per game. The team currently holds a record of 61-98 and recently won 1 out of 3 matchups against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Dodgers' Gonsolin set to shine against struggling Rockies in upcoming game

Tony Gonsolin is poised to make his inaugural start of the 2024 season, while Cal Quantril has been struggling in recent outings, accumulating a 1-3 record with a 7.04 ERA and 2.05 WHIP in his last seven starts spanning 30.2 innings. The offensive disparity in drawing walks is evident, with the Dodgers ranking second in the league with 585 walks compared to the Rockies' 26th position with only 444 walks. Therefore, selecting the Los Angeles Dodgers as the favored team to win this game appears to be the optimal choice.

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