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Los Angeles Angels and Los Angeles Dodgers Set to Face Off in Home Series Showdown with Dodgers Looking to Extend Dominance

The Los Angeles Angels and Los Angeles Dodgers will face off in the continuation of their home series on Wednesday with the first pitch scheduled for 9:38 PM Eastern. The Dodgers, who have won five of their last six games, will have Bobby Miller starting as their pitcher, while the Angels will have Griffin Canning on the mound. Despite the Dodgers' recent success, the Angels are the betting favorite with the opening line at -192 and remaining unchanged. This article was written prior to Tuesday's game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Dodgers -192 | Angels +175
• Spread: Dodgers -1.5 (-120) | Angels +1.5 (+104)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 66%.

Los Angeles vs Los Angeles Stats

Los Angeles Dodgers

In game two, RHP Bobby Miller will be taking the mound for his 10th start of the season with a 2-3 record and a 7.25 ERA. Miller has struggled on the road, with an ERA of 11.12 and opponents hitting over .375 against him. Despite logging more strikeouts than innings pitched, he is averaging a home run per road start. However, he has shown improvement in August with a sub-6.00 ERA for the month. Los Angeles enters the contest strong offensively, averaging 5.03 runs per game and ranking 6th in overall batting average. The team has been hitting well on the road, with more than half of their doubles coming away from home. Although they have performed slightly worse in night games, the Dodgers have continued their strong offensive performance in September. With a power ranking of 8, the Dodgers are ranked 3rd in offense, 9th in defense, and hold a record of 83-55 for the season.

Los Angeles Angels Analysis

The Los Angeles Angels are preparing for RHP Griffin Canning to start game two. Canning has struggled this season with a 4-12 record and a 4.19 ERA, particularly in nighttime games where he has allowed multiple home runs. The Angels have had difficulties at the plate, ranking 27th in runs scored and batting average. Despite hitting better at home and in nighttime games, they have struggled to string together multi-run innings. Overall, the Angels have a power ranking of 29, ranking 27th for both offense and defense, and hold a record of 57-80. They recently went 1-2 in their last 3 matchups against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Los Angeles Dodgers Look to Extend Dominance in Series Against Angels

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been dominant in this series, maintaining a strong performance both at the plate and on the field. Their impressive batting average from August has seamlessly transitioned into September, showcasing their offensive prowess. Additionally, the exceptional home run rate from Canning is expected to further bolster the team's offense. Conversely, the Los Angeles Angels have encountered difficulties at the plate this month, often resulting in limited offensive plays, primarily singles. It is anticipated that the Dodgers will rely on their proficient batting lineup to support Miller and secure a victory, ultimately advancing their lead in the National League West division. Betting on the Los Angeles Dodgers to win this match is advisable.

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