NL West foes match up when the Arizona Diamondbacks (68-79) go on the road to play the Los Angeles Dodgers (102-44) in a doubleheader on Tuesday afternoon. The Dodgers roll into this contest on a four-game win streak. Meanwhile, the Diamondbacks have dropped four games in a row. In Game 1, Michael Grove (0-0, 4.40 ERA) starts for Los Angeles, while, Zach Davies (2-4, 4.06 ERA) is on the hill for Arizona.
The first pitch is set for 3:10 p.m. ET. Los Angeles is listed at -235 in the money line (risk $235 to win $100) in the latest Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers odds from Caesars Sportsbook. The over/under for total runs scored is 9. Before making any Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks picks, be sure to see the MLB predictions and betting advice from SportsLine’s proven computer model.
The SportsLine Projection Model simulates every MLB game 10,000 times, and it is a 321-272 on top-rated MLB money-line picks since the start of the 2021 season, returning more than $600 for $100 bettors during that span. This is the same model that pegged the 2021 Atlanta Braves at 10-1 as one of three best bets to win it all last season. Anybody who has followed it has seen profitable returns.
Now, the model has set its sights on Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks and revealed its coveted picks and predictions. You can head to SportsLine to see all of the model’s MLB picks. Here are several MLB odds and trends for Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers:
- Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks money line: Dodgers -235, Diamondbacks +192
- Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks run line: Dodgers -1.5 (-115)
- Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks over/under: 9 runs
- ARI: Under is 7-1 in Diamondbacks’ last eight overall
- LAD: Dodgers are 6-1 in their last seven opening games of a doubleheader
- Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks: See picks at SportsLine
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Why you should back the Dodgers
First baseman Freddie Freeman has been making an outstanding impact throughout the year. Freeman owns superb plate coverage and bat speed, allowing him to spray the ball all across the field. The six-time All-Star has an impressive frame (6-foot-5) with home-run power. Freeman is first in the MLB in batting average (.329), tied for 10th in RBI (94) along with 20 dingers.
Shortstop Trea Turner owns exceptional batting skills with the consistent ability to hit for contact. Turner shows a willingness to be patient at the dish and work high counts. The two-time All-Star is 11th in the majors in batting average (.304) with 20 home runs and 97 RBI. On Sept. 17, he went 2-for-5 with base hits and two runs scored.
Why you should back the Diamondbacks
First baseman Christian Walker is a big-time bat in the lineup for Arizona. Walker has legitimate home-run power with the ability to be a constant run-producer. He is tied for eighth in the league in home runs (34) and tied for 24th in RBI (83). On Sept. 16, he went 2-for-4 with two home runs and three RBI.
Right fielder Daulton Varsho has shown an aggressive approach to the plate with a good eye. Varsho can hit to all parts of the field well while owning the versatility to play multiple positions. The 26-year-old is extremely agile and athletic on the diamond. He’s second on the team in both home runs (25) and RBI (69).
How to make Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers picks
SportsLine’s model is leaning Over on the total, projecting 9.4 combined runs. It also says one side of the money line has all the value. You can only get the model’s MLB picks at SportsLine.
So who wins Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks? And which side has all the value? Visit SportsLine now to see which side you need to jump on, all from the model that has crushed its MLB picks, and find out.
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