The Arizona Diamondbacks (7-11) host the Los Angeles Dodgers (12-5) on Wednesday afternoon in a National League clash. These teams alternated wins through the first two matchups of the series. In the last contest, Arizona won 5-3 and ended the Dodgers' two-game win streak. Right hander Zac Gallen (0-0, 1.00 ERA) is on the mound for Arizona. Meanwhile, lefty Julio Urias (1-1, 3.00 ERA) gets the nod for Los Angeles.
First pitch is set for 3:40 p.m. ET. Los Angeles is the -180 money line favorite (risk $180 to win $100) in the latest Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks odds from Caesars Sportsbook, while Arizona is a +160 underdog. The over-under for total runs scored is eight. Before making any Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers picks, be sure to check out the latest MLB predictions and betting advice from the SportsLine Projection Model.
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Now, the model has set its sights on Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks, and just revealed its picks and MLB predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see the model's picks. Now, here are several MLB odds and betting lines for Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers:
- Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks money line: Los Angeles -180, Arizona +160
- Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks run-line: Los Angeles -1.5 (-115)
- Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks over-under: 8 runs
- LAD: The Dodgers are 4-1 in their last 5 road games vs. a right handed starter
- ARI: The under is 3-0-1 in Arizona's last 4 overall
Why you should back the Dodgers
Shortstop Trea Turner has great speed and is a constant threat to steal bases. The 2021 All-Star has a smooth swing and can hit for contact. He has very sure hands and good eye discipline at the plate. Turner has a batting average of .284 with a homer and a team-best 15 RBIs. He's recorded a hit in five straight games. On April 25, Turner went 1-for-4 with a double and two runs batted in.
Outfielder Chris Taylor is a good athlete who offers versatility on the defensive end. Taylor can drive the ball to any gap and is a good rotational piece. The 2021 All-Star has a batting average of .308 with eight RBIs. In his last contest, Taylor went 2-for-4 with two singles.
Why you should back the Diamondbacks
Right fielder Pavin Smith has a slim frame and looks to drive the ball everywhere on the field with his drive-by swing. Smith has a good batter's eye and is patient before turning on a pitch he likes. The 26-year-old has a .261 batting average with two RBIs. He's recorded two-plus hits in two of his last four games. On April 23, he went 2-for-4 with a double and one run batted in.
Designated hitter Seth Beer has been a solid contributor for Arizona. Beer has a smooth and compact swing that allows him to hit the baseball all over the diamond. He's leading the team in batting average (.306), on-base percentage (.414) with a homer, and eight runs batted in. On April 20, he went 3-for-4 with a double and three RBIs.
How to make Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers picks
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