Los Angeles Dodgers vs Tampa Bay Rays Moneyline Prediction 8/23
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Game Summary
The Los Angeles Dodgers will be hosting the Tampa Bay Rays at Dodger Stadium on August 23, 2024, for a highly anticipated matchup. The game is set to begin at 10:10 PM EDT. As the Dodgers look to extend their impressive six-game home winning streak, they bring a strong overall record of 76-52 into this contest, standing first in the NL West. They have been performing excellently at home with a 41-22 record, bolstered by their fifth-ranked batting average in the National League at .252.
On the other hand, the Tampa Bay Rays are currently fourth in the AL East with a record of 64-63. They have a mixed performance on the road, holding a 30-29 record away from home. The Rays have shown their ability to win when they manage to get at least eight hits, holding a record of 44-19 in such games this season.
This game marks the first time these two teams will meet in the current season, adding to the excitement of the matchup. The Dodgers are led offensively by the phenomenal Shohei Ohtani, who has recorded 39 home runs and 88 RBIs this season. Meanwhile, the Rays rely on their key player, Yandy Diaz, who has maintained a batting average of .274 and has contributed 55 RBIs throughout the season.
Recent performances show the Dodgers have a solid 7-3 record in their last ten games with a strong batting average of .254 and an impressive 3.21 ERA. In contrast, the Rays have struggled somewhat, going 5-5 in their last ten outings, and their batting average has dipped to .188, although their pitching has been effective with a 2.64 ERA during that stretch.
Both teams have their share of injuries, which could impact their performance. The Dodgers are missing several key players, including Austin Barnes and several pitchers on the 60-day IL, while the Rays are without Zack Littell and Shane McClanahan due to injuries.
With the Dodgers in excellent form at home and their potent offense led by Ohtani, they will be looking to capitalize on their home field advantage against a Rays team that has shown inconsistency in their recent performances. The matchup of the two starting pitchers, Bobby Miller (1-3, 8.02 ERA) for the Dodgers and Tyler Alexander (5-3, 5.17 ERA) for the Rays, will also play a crucial role in determining the outcome of this game.
Odds and Betting Lines
| Bet Type | Odds |
|---|---|
| Moneyline (Dodgers) | -200 |
| Moneyline (Rays) | +164 |
| Over/Under | 9 runs |
| Spread (Dodgers) | -1.5 |
| Spread (Rays) | +1.5 |
Pitching Probables
| Pitcher | Record | ERA | Strikeouts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bobby Miller (LAD) | 1-3 | 8.02 | 28 |
| Tyler Alexander (TB) | 5-3 | 5.17 | 68 |
Team Previews
Los Angeles Dodgers
The Dodgers are having a standout season, leading the NL West and showcasing a well-rounded team. Their hitting is powered by Ohtani, supported by Gavin Lux who has been hot recently, hitting .316 with 4 homers in the last 10 games. Their overall team statistics are impressive, with 630 runs scored, ranking them fourth in the league. The Dodgers' relief pitching is also formidable, with their bullpen holding a collective ERA of 3.73, which ranks sixth in the NL.
Tampa Bay Rays
The Rays, despite their struggles, have some standout players like Yandy Diaz, who has a .274 batting average and leads the team in runs batted in. However, the team’s overall offensive performance has been below par, highlighted by their average of .230 this season, ranking 27th in the league. The starting pitching has been decent with a 3.89 ERA and has potential to contain the Dodgers’ offense, but the recent injuries to their rotation could hinder their efforts.
Team Injuries
Los Angeles Dodgers
| Player Name | Position | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brusdar Graterol | RP | Hamstring | Expected to be out until at least Sep 13 |
Tampa Bay Rays
| Player Name | Position | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zack Littell | SP | Shoulder | Expected to be out until at least Aug 30 |
Betting Trends
- The Dodgers are 7-3 in their last 10 games.
- The Rays are 5-5 in their last 10 games.
- The Over is 5-2 in Dodgers' last 7 games vs. AL East opponents.
- The Rays are 1-4 in their last 5 games vs. a team with a winning record.
Recent Games
Los Angeles Dodgers
| Opponent | Score | W/L |
|---|---|---|
| vs Seattle | W 8-4 | W |
| vs Seattle | W 6-3 | W |
| vs Seattle | W 3-0 | W |
| vs Pittsburgh | W 4-1 | W |
| vs Pittsburgh | W 9-5 | W |
Tampa Bay Rays
| Opponent | Score | W/L |
|---|---|---|
| vs Baltimore | W 2-1 | W |
| vs Baltimore | L 7-5 | L |
| vs Baltimore | L 4-1 | L |
| @ Oakland | W 4-2 | W |
| @ Oakland | L 3-1 | L |
Team Rankings
| Team | Hitting | Starting Pitching | Relief Pitching | Fielding |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Dodgers | 4th | 6th | 4th | Tied-20th |
| Tampa Bay Rays | 28th | 12th | 5th | Tied-13th |
Significant Betting Stats
- Dodgers are 30-14 in their last 44 games vs. AL East teams.
- Rays are 1-5 in their last 6 games following a day off.
- Dodgers are 4-1 in their last 5 games vs. a left-handed starter.
- Rays are 2-5 in their last 7 games on grass.
- Dodgers are 38-17 in their last 55 home games.
- Rays are 3-7 in their last 10 vs. a team with a winning record.
- Dodgers have hit the Over in 4 of their last 5 games.
- Rays have hit the Under in 4 of their last 5 games.
- Dodgers are 5-2 in their last 7 games overall.
- Rays are 1-4 in their last 5 road games.
Weather
Sunny, temperature at 87°F.
