Los Angeles vs Los Angeles Dodgers MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedMay 16, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:May 16, 2025 ,

MLB Los Angeles vs Los Angeles Dodgers Prediction 5/16

The Los Angeles Angels will take on the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on Friday, May 16, 2025. The game is scheduled to start at 10:10 PM and will be played under the night sky. Fans can expect an exciting game as these two teams meet on the field.

Angels vs. Dodgers Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Dodgers MoneyLine: -300. The Dodgers have a strong home record and lead in batting and pitching stats. Their lineup is hitting well, and they have a better overall record.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Over 9.0 (-122). Both teams have shown the ability to score runs, and the Angels’ pitching struggles suggest a high-scoring game.

Team Trends

  • The Los Angeles Angels have a division record of 1-7 this season.
  • The Los Angeles Dodgers have a strong home record of 17-4 this season.
  • In a recent game against the Athletics, the Dodgers scored 19 runs with 5 home runs.
  • Shohei Ohtani hit two home runs and had six RBIs in the Dodgers’ 19-2 win over the Athletics.
  • The Angels’ Taylor Ward hit a home run in a recent game against the Padres.

Angels vs Dodgers Preview

The Los Angeles Angels and the Los Angeles Dodgers are set to meet at Dodger Stadium this Friday night. The Angels will rely on Jack Kochanowicz, who has had a tough season so far. With a record of 2-5 and an ERA of 5.23, Kochanowicz will look to improve his performance.

On the other side, the Dodgers will send Dustin May to the mound. May holds a 1-3 record with a 4.08 ERA this season. Both pitchers will aim to control the game and give their teams a chance to win under the lights.

Dodgers’ Key Players and Stats

Shohei Ohtani is having a strong season for the Dodgers. He has played 42 games with a batting average of .310. Ohtani leads the league with 15 home runs and 48 runs.

Mookie Betts is also contributing well for the Dodgers. In 41 games, Betts has a batting average of .269. He has hit 6 home runs and has 28 RBIs, tying for second in the league.

Freddie Freeman stands out with a batting average of .370 over 33 games. Freeman has hit 9 home runs and leads the league with 34 RBIs. His on-base percentage is .435, which helps the team greatly.

Angels’ Lineup and Pitching Insights

Taylor Ward has been a key player for the Angels this season. He has played 41 games with a batting average of .186. Despite the low average, Ward leads the team with 10 home runs and 22 RBIs. Jorge Soler has contributed to the Angels’ offense as well. In 40 games, Soler has a batting average of .229. He is dealing with groin tightness but is expected to play. Nolan Schanuel adds depth to the Angels’ lineup. Over 40 games, Schanuel has a batting average of .259. He has 19 runs and 10 RBIs, helping the team in key moments.

Final Betting Pick

The Dodgers are a strong pick for the MoneyLine at -300. Their home record is 17-4, showing they play well at home. With a batting average of .272, they rank first in the league, and their lineup includes top hitters like Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman.

The Over 9.0 pick is based on both teams’ ability to score. The Dodgers have hit 73 home runs, ranking second, while the Angels have hit 58, ranking fifth. The Angels’ pitching has struggled with a 5.09 ERA, which could lead to more runs in the game.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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