The Los Angeles Dodgers (64-46), currently leading the NL West, are set to face off against the San Diego Padres (55-57), who are fourth in the same division. The Dodgers are coming into this game with a 2-1 series lead and a one-game winning streak, while the Padres are looking to bounce back from a one-game losing streak.
How will this one play out? Let’s dive into the Los Angeles Dodgers vs. San Diego Padres predictions, odds, and picks below.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. San Diego Padres Odds
Moneyline: Los Angeles Dodgers +120 (DraftKings) / San Diego Padres -134 (BetRivers)
Total: 9.0
Game Info
Date: Monday, Aug. 7
Time: 4:10 PM ET
Location: PETCO Park, San Diego
TV: MLB Network
Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Trends
- The total has gone OVER in 6 of LA Dodgers’ last 6 games.
- LA Dodgers are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games.
San Diego Padres Betting Trends
- The total has gone OVER in 4 of San Diego’s last 5 games.
- San Diego are 6-3 SU in their last 9 games.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. San Diego Padres Predictions
The Dodgers’ starting pitcher for this game, Tony Gonsolin, has a win-loss record of 6-4 this season with an ERA of 4.10. On the other side, the Padres’ starting pitcher, Seth Lugo, has a slightly worse record of 4-5 and an ERA of 3.53.
Offensively, both teams have been performing well in recent games. The Dodgers rank 2nd in runs with 624 and 18th in hits with 934. The Padres, however, rank 13th in runs with 518 and 23rd in hits with 897. The Dodgers’ offense, led by Freddie Freeman with a batting average of .339 and Mookie Betts with 30 home runs, seems to have the upper hand in this matchup.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. San Diego Padres Picks
Given the recent form of both teams and the performance of their starting pitchers, the Dodgers seem to have the edge in this game. Their strong offensive performance, coupled with Gonsolin’s solid pitching, makes them the favorites to win this game. However, the Padres’ home advantage and Lugo’s decent pitching could make this a close game.
The Pick: Los Angeles Dodgers Moneyline | +120 at DraftKings Sportsbook
