MLB Total Play: Red Sox vs Dodgers Prediction 7/19
- Kingpin
- Jul 18, 2024, 7:19:01 PM
© Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports
MLB Total Play: Boston Red Sox vs Los Angeles Dodgers
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Game Summary
The Boston Red Sox will face the Los Angeles Dodgers on July 19 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California. Currently, both teams are performing well with the Red Sox holding a record of 56-41 and the Dodgers at 53-42. This matchup will be an interesting clash between two teams with strong offensive capabilities. The Red Sox are ranked 4th in hits and 3rd in runs scored, while the Dodgers are 7th in hits and 12th in runs scored. The Dodgers will have Nick Pivetta on the mound, who holds a 4-6 record with a 4.18 ERA. The Red Sox have yet to announce their starting pitcher for this game.
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Odds and Betting Lines
| Market | Odds |
|---|---|
| Over/Under 8.5 | Over -110, Under -110 |
| Boston Red Sox Moneyline | -110 |
| Los Angeles Dodgers Moneyline | -110 |
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Pitching Probables
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | Strikeouts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nick Pivetta (LAD) | 4-6 | 4.18 | 88 |
| Undecided (BOS) | -- | -- | -- |
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Team Previews
Boston Red Sox
Hitting: The Red Sox have accumulated 842 hits (4th in MLB) with a team batting average of .254 (6th). Their offense is led by Shohei Ohtani, who boasts a .316 average, 29 home runs, and 69 RBIs.
Relief Pitching: The bullpen has 28 saves (7th) and a team ERA of 3.76 (8th). The relief corps has been reliable in closing out games.
Fielding: The team has committed 48 errors, ranking 18th in the league.
Starting Pitchers: The starting rotation has been solid with a combined record of 56-41.
Los Angeles Dodgers
Hitting: The Dodgers have amassed 834 hits (7th in MLB) with a team batting average of .255 (4th). Rafael Devers is a standout performer with a .295 average, 23 home runs, and 61 RBIs.
Relief Pitching: The bullpen has 26 saves (9th) and a team ERA of 3.61 (5th). Their relievers have been effective in maintaining leads.
Fielding: The team has committed 68 errors, ranking 1st in the league.
Starting Pitchers: The starting rotation has been dependable with a combined record of 53-42.
Team Injuries
Boston Red Sox
| Player Name | Position | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triston Casas | 1B | Ribs | Expected to be out until at least Jul 29 |
Los Angeles Dodgers
| Player Name | Position | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yoshinobu Yamamoto | SP | Triceps | Expected to be out until at least Aug 21 |
Betting Trends
- The Red Sox are 56-41 overall this season.
- The Dodgers are 53-42 overall this season.
- The Red Sox have a strong road record of 28-22.
- The Dodgers have a better away record (29-17) compared to their home record (24-25).
- Nick Pivetta has a 4-6 record with a 4.18 ERA this season.
- The Red Sox bullpen has 28 saves, ranking 7th in MLB.
- The Dodgers bullpen has 26 saves, ranking 9th in MLB.
- The Red Sox have committed 48 errors, ranking 18th in MLB.
- The Dodgers have committed 68 errors, ranking 1st in MLB.
- Shohei Ohtani leads the Red Sox with a .316 average and 29 home runs.
Recent Games
Boston Red Sox
| Opponent | Score | W/L |
|---|---|---|
| @ Los Angeles | 10-5 | W |
| @ Los Angeles | 3-4 | L |
| @ Los Angeles | 7-8 | L |
| @ Colorado | 5-2 | W |
| @ Colorado | 6-4 | W |
Los Angeles Dodgers
| Opponent | Score | W/L |
|---|---|---|
| vs Boston | 5-10 | L |
| vs Boston | 4-3 | W |
| vs Boston | 8-7 | W |
| vs San Francisco | 2-5 | L |
| vs San Francisco | 6-3 | W |
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Team Rankings
| Category | Boston Red Sox | Los Angeles Dodgers |
|---|---|---|
| Hitting | 4th | 7th |
| Starting Pitching | 8th | 5th |
| Relief Pitching | 7th | 9th |
| Fielding | 18th | 1st |
Weather
The weather for the game is expected to be mostly sunny with a temperature of 83°F. For more details, check the weather forecast.
Prediction
Pick: Over 8.5 runs
Given the offensive capabilities of both teams, the over 8.5 runs is an appealing bet. The Red Sox and Dodgers both have strong lineups that can generate runs, and Nick Pivetta's inconsistency further supports the likelihood of a high-scoring game. Additionally, the weather conditions are favorable for hitters, which could increase the chances of surpassing the 8.5 runs mark.
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