If MLB wanted to increase the action on the field, it’s working. The pitching clock the league introduced this year has shaved almost 20 minutes off the average game time across four days of games, but this hasn’t negatively impacted the outcome. On the contrary, the scores are reaching the double-digit mark in some games by only one of the two teams.
The L.A. Dodgers face the L.A. Angels today to see if they can carry on that new standard in the MLB standings. The Dodgers haven’t had a great deal of success so far this Spring Training, but the Angels have. According to the Angels stats, they’ve taken four of their six games, including an 11-5 win over the Oakland A’s, who could eventually become the Vegas A’s.
As the Dodgers and Angels fight to represent L.A. on the MLB schedule, this is going to be a tough contest. The Dodgers are going to come out with a new strategy to overcome recent setbacks, and the Angels are going to rely on what’s worked for them so far. In the Dodgers vs Angels odds, the game is evenly matched.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs Los Angeles Angels Odds
The moneyline is even for both MLB teams in this game, hovering at around -110. Although the Dodgers and Angels have seen mixed results in Spring Training, they finished last season in a hole. They each took three straight losses as the season wrapped up, although the Angels had a successful win run before the nosedive.
The last time these two faced each other was in July of last year, with the Dodgers taking the game 7-1. That followed a five-game losing streak, the primary reason the moneyline is even today in the Dodgers vs Angels odds.
Although the Dodgers aren’t starting strong in Spring Training, they have consistently outplayed the Angels in the past couple of seasons, making this one of the top MLB games to watch.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Los Angeles Angels Matchup Information
Los Angeles Dodgers vs Los Angeles Angels
Location of the Game: Tempe Diablo Stadium, Tempe, AZ.
Date and Time: Friday, March 3, 3:10 PM ET.
How to Watch: SportsNet LA
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Los Angeles Angels Betting Preview
Los Angeles Dodgers
Last season, the Dodgers only picked up four wins in their last ten games. They’re on the fence in Spring Training, having dropped three of six. Most recently, on Thursday, they tied with the Arizona Diamondbacks after being unable to close the ninth inning. The Dodgers also gave up four runs in the seventh when they were leading 5-1.
The Dodgers, according to the MLB injury report, are dealing with a number of injuries heading into today’s game, putting in doubt strong Dodgers picks for the game. Pitcher Daniel Hudson is questionable because of an ankle injury, and two other pitchers – Walker Buehler and J.P. Feyereisen – are both out indefinitely. Shortstop Gavin Lux is out for the season after suffering a knee injury on Monday.
Los Angeles Angels
The Angels have won four of their six Spring Training games but fell to the KC Royals on Thursday. They started strong, scoring three runs in the first inning, but couldn’t do anything else for almost the entire game after that. They added a run only in the eighth, but it was too late. KC was in charge and added two more to seal the win.
The Angels are showing great strength in Spring Training, something they didn’t have when they closed out last season. So far, they’re staying relatively healthy after making a few adjustments and don’t have any major absences. Pitchers Davis Daniel and Chris Rodriguez won’t be in today’s game but will make appearances in the coming weeks.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Los Angeles Angels Betting Picks
Tony Gonsolin will reportedly step onto the mound for the Dodgers today, while Tyler Anderson, his former teammate, will get a test with the Angels. Having them face off will offer increased competition, as they were responsible for 31 wins with the Dodgers last year. According to the MLB player stats, they have a combined 2.36 ERA across 309 innings and are ready for battle.
When making MLB picks, the over/under is around ten runs for the game, which seems fair. Based on their recent performances, both teams are capable of five runs each. However, in setting the Dodgers vs Angels odds, the Angels will take the bulk in this game.
Because of the injuries the Dodgers are dealing with, and their recent inability to mount a strong offense, the Angels win and prevent the Dodgers from finding a lot of success at the plate.
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