Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers
- Monday, May 20, 2024
- Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, CA
- Spectrum SportsNet LA
- Arizona (+180), Los Angeles (-215)
Dodgers’ Recent Victory and Performance
The Los Angeles Dodgers secured an extra inning 3-2 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday, with Shohei Ohtani delivering a game-winning RBI single in the 10th inning. This win capped a successful series for the Dodgers, who won the final three games against the Reds. Andy Pages also contributed with a home run, helping the team head into their upcoming series against the Arizona Diamondbacks with momentum.
In his debut for the Dodgers, Anthony Banda (1-0) kept the Reds scoreless in the 10th inning. Ohtani hit a one-out line drive to right field, allowing ghost runner Jason Heyward from second base without a throw. This marked Ohtani’s first walk-off hit as a Dodger.
Hunter Greene of the Reds, a Los Angeles native, recorded eight strikeouts over 6 1/3 innings, allowing two runs on four hits. Santiago Espinal and Spencer Steer contributed offensively for Cincinnati, but their efforts weren’t enough to overcome the Dodgers.
The Dodgers’ Landon Knack, recalled earlier in the day, delivered a solid performance, giving up one run on three hits and a walk over 4 2/3 innings. The bullpen, including Ryan Yarbrough and Alex Vesia, managed to maintain the lead.
Betting Breakdown
The Dodgers are favored to win with odds of -215, while the Diamondbacks are underdogs at +180. The over/under for the game is set at 8.5 runs. Given the Dodgers’ strong home performance and recent winning streak, they are expected to continue their success against the Diamondbacks. However, Arizona’s capability to produce runs could make this an exciting matchup for bettors at sportsbooks and casinos that accept PayPal.
Dodgers’ Season Statistics
The Dodgers have been on a roll, winning their last three games and six of their last ten. They boast an impressive 18-9 home record. Offensively, the Dodgers lead the league with 5.21 runs per game, supported by a team batting average of .259 and an OBP of .341. They have hit 62 home runs and recorded 88 doubles this season.
Their pitching staff has also been strong, with a team ERA of 3.17 and a WHIP of 1.097. They have struck out 400 batters while allowing 137 walks, giving up only 48 home runs. The Dodgers’ bullpen has been reliable, converting 14 of 19 save opportunities and holding a save rate of 73.7%.
Matchup Against the Diamondbacks
The Dodgers will face the Arizona Diamondbacks next, a team that knocked them out of last season’s playoffs. Arizona, currently 21-25, has had a mixed performance recently, winning five of their last ten games. The Diamondbacks are 10-12 on the road and will look to improve their standings.
Arizona’s offense averages 4.7 runs per game, placing them 7th in the league. They have a team batting average of .242, with 42 home runs and 85 doubles. However, their pitching staff has struggled, holding a team ERA of 4.49, which ranks 25th in MLB. They have allowed 205 earned runs and struck out 351 batters this season.
Key Players and Pitching Matchup
The starting pitchers for Monday’s game will be Slade Cecconi for the Diamondbacks and Gavin Stone for the Dodgers. With a career ERA of 4.80, Cecconi has struck out 40 batters in 54 innings. Stone, who has a career record of 5-2, has a 5.64 ERA and has allowed 86 hits in 75 innings.
