The Arizona Diamondbacks get to open their home MLB schedule against the Los Angeles Dodgers, one of the best MLB teams of the past decade.
The Diamondbacks (3-3) have surprised in their first week of MLB games after expectations they would be a distant third or worst in the National League West. Meanwhile, the Dodgers (4-2) have been popular in MLB picks as the best team in the division for the past decade.
Here is a breakdown of Dodgers vs Diamondbacks odds, each team, and a prediction.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Odds
Dodgers vs Diamondbacks odds show the Dodgers are favored at -147 on the moneyline while the Diamondbacks are at +132. The Dodgers are -1.5 (+105) on the run line, while the Diamondbacks are +1.5 (-125) with an over/under of 8.5 runs. The over is at -115 odds, while the under is at -105 odds.
The implied team totals for Dodgers vs Diamondbacks odds have the Dodgers at 4.5 runs with -120 odds on the over and -110 odds on the under. The Diamondbacks’ total is 3.5, with -120 odds on the over and -110 odds on the under.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Matchup Information
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Arizona Diamondbacks
Location of the Game: Chase Field, Phoenix, AZ
Date and Time: Thursday, April 6, 2023, 10:10 PM ET
How to Watch: Sportsnet LA, Bally Sports Network, MLB.TV
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Preview
Los Angeles Dodgers
Dustin May was probably not the player on the Los Angeles Dodgers roster who many would have guessed as the second guy in the rotation. But his last time out, he threw seven scoreless innings, scattering three hits and striking out four, MLB player stats show.
The Dodgers already have the third-best offense in scoring 6.33 runs per game and the third-best pitching staff in allowing 2.33 runs per game.
Offensively, they lead the league with a .903 OPS and are second in averaging 2.17 home runs per game. The pitching staff is second in holding opponents to a .199 batting average and first with an opposing OPS of .531.
They are dealing with a lengthy MLB injury report already, with Mookie Betts and Miguel Vargas in question for Thursday’s game due to ailments. It will be the first road game for the Dodgers, who are 3-3 on over/unders.
Arizona Diamondbacks
The Arizona Diamondbacks record is pleasing, especially due to the performance of Merrill Kelly in the early going. He threw 3.2 scoreless innings but did allow four walks in his first start of the season. Of course, he had the forgettable outing in his home park during the World Baseball Classic.
The Diamondbacks look to improve in the MLB standings and draw even with a win on Thursday. They will need better offense as they are only scoring 3.35 runs per game and are allowing 5.47 runs per game early this season. They are also 28th with a .608 OPS.
Part of the reason is the Dodgers outscored them 18-3 in their two losses in Los Angeles to open the season but were able to salvage the middle game with a 2-1 victory. The over is 4-2 in the early going.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Picks
It is a little surprising the Dodgers are not heavier favorites, given the two lopsided losses in Los Angeles. Though both ballparks favor pitchers. The under is 10-1 in the last 11 meetings in Arizona and 12-3 in the last 15 meetings overall.
Of course, the Dodgers’ dominance is noted as they are 41-12 straight up in 53 meetings and 20-7 in the last 27 meetings in Arizona. Though only 59% of public bets are taking the Dodgers’ moneyline, and another 61% are taking the over.
Not only will we take the Dodgers on the moneyline, but also the run line.
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