The Philadelphia Phillies will begin a three-game series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, a matchup between National League heavyweights. The Phillies are currently 58-32 and hold the best record in baseball. However, the Dodgers aren’t far behind. They’re 55-36 and are dominating the NL West.
In the series’ first game, the Dodgers have announced Bobby Miller as the starter. Miller missed most of the first half of the season with an injury and currently has a 6.12 ERA this year. On the other hand, Zack Wheeler will get the call for the Phillies. He’s 9-4 with a 2.74 ERA. Ultimately, Wheeler has become one of the most consistent pitchers in baseball. Even a lineup like the Dodgers could struggle against Wheeler.
That’s why the Phillies are currently favorites at home, sitting at -144. Meanwhile, the total has jumped to 9, but the Under is currently -115.
Take a look at the Dodgers vs Phillies betting odds and picks for the first game of the series below.
Dodgers vs. Phillies Information & Pick
Los Angeles Dodgers (55-36) vs Philadelphia Phillies (58-32)
- Location: Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia, PA
- Date & Time: Tuesday, July 9, 2024, 6:40 pm ET
- Where to Watch: SportsNet LA, TBS, NBCSP
- Previous Meeting: The Phillies defeated Dodgers, 7-3
Dodgers vs. Phillies Picks

- Pick: Phillies -144
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Dodgers vs. Phillies Betting Analysis
The Dodgers will pitch Bobby Miller for the first game of the series. He’s a righty who has an ERA above 6.00. Ultimately, he’s been a mess since returning from the injured list.
Miller has allowed a .260 ISO and wOBA of .403 with 15.3% of walks and just 11.9% of strikeouts. He’s still getting a high rate of ground balls but has also watched his last 28 lefties smack 35% of line drives against him.
Meanwhile, the Phillies will give Zack Wheeler another start. Wheeler will be looking for his 10th win this season. He’s held his last 127 batters to 5.5% of walks and has allowed a .148 ISO and wOBA of .296 over the last 30 days. Wheeler has had some trouble against lefties over the previous month, allowing a .209 ISO and wOBA of .321. Still, he’s been so dominant against righties that he’s been able to escape serious damage.
Dodgers vs. Phillies Odds
The Philadelphia Phillies are currently favorites heading into the first game of the series. It makes sense. Wheeler has been very consistent, and the Phillies believe they’ll have Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper back from injuries for this series.
Read on for all of the updated Dodgers vs Phillies betting odds and picks for this game.
1Moneyline:
Los Angeles Dodgers +122, Philadelphia Phillies -1440
2Total:
8 -105/-115
3Runline:
Los Angeles Dodgers +1½ -178,Philadelphia Phillies -1½ -146
Dodgers vs. Phillies Betting Preview & Updates
As suggested earlier, Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber are expected to return to the batting lineup for this game. The Phillies held up without those two but will be even better with them. Furthermore, the Phillies have been very active in the trade market and are looking for even more help despite the league-leading 58 wins this season.
On the other hand, the Dodgers will also be in the trade market after the All-Star break. The Dodgers have already asked about some players previously. They’ve got an incredible team already, but like the Phillies, they have been beaten up for most of the first half, especially with the starting rotation.
At the end of the day, both teams will be buyers and ultimately make the playoffs when looking at the MLB standings today.
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Dodgers vs. Phillies Recent Scores
The Dodgers and Phillies are both 3-3 over their last six games this season.
Los Angeles Dodgers Last Six Games
- July 2, 2024: 6-5 win vs Arizona Diamondbacks
- July 3, 2024: 4-12 loss vs Arizona Diamondbacks
- July 4, 2024: 3-9 loss vs Arizona Diamondbacks
- July 5, 2024: 8-5 win vs Milwaukee Brewers
- July 6, 2024: 5-3 win vs Milwaukee Brewers
- July 7, 2024: 2-9 loss vs Milwaukee Brewers
Philadelphia Phillies Last Six Games
- July 2, 2024: 6-4 win at Chicago Cubs
- July 3, 2024: 5-3 win at Chicago Cubs
- July 4, 2024: 2-10 loss at Chicago Cubs
- July 5, 2024: 8-6 win at Atlanta Braves
- July 6, 2024: 1-5 loss at Atlanta Braves
- July 7, 2024: 0-6 loss at Atlanta Braves
Dodgers Analysis: Bombarded With Injuries
Key Injuries:
- Mookie Betts (Wrist)
- Walker Buehler (Hip)
- Max Muncy (Oblique)
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto (Shoulder)
- Clayton Kershaw (Shoulder)
- Joe Kelly (Shoulder)
Betting Trend:
The Over has hit in eight of Los Angeles’ last ten games.
Phillies Analysis: Schwarber, Harper Returning
Key Injuries:
- Kyle Schwarber (Groin)
- Bryce Harper (Hamstring)
- JT Realmuto (Knee)
- Taijuan Walker (Finger)
Betting Trend:
A $100 bettor would’ve lost $88 betting on the Dodgers over the last ten games.
Schwarber and Harper will likely be activated ahead of this game against the Dodgers.
Keep that in mind when reviewing the Dodgers vs Phillies betting odds and picks.
Dodgers vs. Phillies Betting Prediction
The Phillies projected lineup will improve on Tuesday. Schwarber and Harper will likely both return. That said, the Phillies still played well enough without those two. They’ll be even better with their two best left-handed power bats.
With Miller struggling for the Dodgers, those lefties in the Phillies lineup look fantastic. Harper had hit a .283 ISO and wOBA of .479 against his previous 50 righties before landing on the IL. Meanwhile, Schwarber hit a .341 ISO and wOBA of .397 against his last 50 righties before heading to the injured list. Those two batters should be major additions. They’ll likely execute the game plan immediately.
Conversely, the Dodgers are getting quality production from Shohei Ohtani, Will Smith, Freddie Freeman, and Teoscar Hernandez. But the bottom portion of the lineup hasn’t hit for power and isn’t working the count, either.
Ohtani and Freeman are legitimate threats against Wheeler. But the Phillies have more threats and the better starter on the mound.
Our MLB Picks on BetUS includes the Phillies at -144.
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