The Los Angeles Dodgers will play against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday, May 08, 2025. The game will take place at Chase Field. It is scheduled to start at 9:40 PM during the night.

Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Dodgers MoneyLine: -162. The Dodgers have a strong home record and a dominant pitcher in Yoshinobu Yamamoto. His ERA of .90 and strong strikeout numbers give the Dodgers an edge.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.5 (-113). With Yamamoto’s low ERA and the Dodgers’ solid pitching stats, the game could have fewer runs scored.

Team Trends

• The Los Angeles Dodgers have a strong home record this season at 15-3.
• The Arizona Diamondbacks are 6 games back in the NL West with a record of 19-18.
• Freddie Freeman had a standout game on May 7th, 2025, with 4 RBIs against the Miami Marlins.
• On May 6th, 2025, Zac Gallen pitched 7 innings and allowed only 1 run for the Diamondbacks against the Mets.
• Corbin Carroll hit a home run and had 2 hits for the Diamondbacks on May 7th, 2025, against the Mets.

Dodgers vs Diamondbacks Preview

The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to take on the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. The game will begin at 9:40 PM on Thursday, May 08, 2025. Both teams will look to gain an edge in the NL West standings.

The Dodgers will have Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the mound. He has a record of 4-2 with an impressive ERA of .90 this season. The Diamondbacks will counter with Brandon Pfaadt, who has a 5-2 record and a 3.79 ERA. Both pitchers have started seven games this season, making this an interesting matchup to watch.

Arizona Diamondbacks: Key Players and Stats

The Arizona Diamondbacks have some strong hitters this season. Corbin Carroll leads the team with a batting average of .297. He has hit 11 home runs, ranking first in the league. Carroll also scored 30 runs, which is the highest in the league. Geraldo Perdomo has also been performing well. His batting average is .285, and he has 30 RBIs. Perdomo’s on-base percentage is .395, one of the best on the team. Josh Naylor adds depth to the lineup. He holds a .299 batting average and has 23 RBIs. Naylor’s on-base percentage is .377, showing his ability to get on base.

Los Angeles Dodgers: Key Contributors and Pitching Strength

Shohei Ohtani is a standout for the Dodgers. He has a batting average of .299 and leads the league with 10 home runs. Ohtani also tops the league with 40 runs, showing his impact on the field. Teoscar Hernández has been effective for the Dodgers, holding a .315 batting average. He has hit 9 home runs and leads the league with 34 RBIs. However, Hernández is currently on the 10-day injured list due to a groin strain. Mookie Betts contributes with a .258 batting average. He has hit 5 home runs and scored 28 runs, ranking second on the team. Betts also has 22 RBIs, adding depth to the lineup.

Final Betting Pick

The Dodgers are favored on the money line at -162. Their strong home record of 15-3 gives them an advantage. With Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the mound, the Dodgers have a reliable pitcher. His ERA of .90 and high strikeout rate make him a key player in this game. The Diamondbacks, with a road record of 10-8, may find it tough against the Dodgers’ pitching.

The under 8.5 is a reasonable choice given the Dodgers’ pitching stats. Yamamoto’s low ERA suggests fewer runs allowed. The Diamondbacks have a higher team ERA at 4.47, which could limit their scoring chances. Both teams have solid hitters, but pitching might dominate this game. The Dodgers’ pitching strength and home advantage support the under bet.

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