Tampa Bay Rays vs Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Picks & Predictions
The Tampa Bay Rays and Los Angeles Dodgers are set to face off in the second game of their three-game series on Saturday night. Tampa Bay, currently 4th in the AL East, will
Game outlook
The Tampa Bay Rays and Los Angeles Dodgers are set to face off in the second game of their three-game series on Saturday night. Tampa Bay, currently 4th in the AL East, will be sending RHP Taj Bradley to the mound, while the NL West-leading Dodgers will rely on veteran LHP Clayton Kershaw. The Dodgers hold a four-game lead in their division and are favored to win with the current line set at Los Angeles -210. The game is scheduled to start at 9:10 EST at Dodger Stadium.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Rays +187 | Dodgers -210
Spread: Rays +1.5 (-115) | Dodgers -1.5 (-104)
Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 68%.
Tampa Bay Rays
The Tampa Bay Rays have performed well in their recent games, going 5-2 in their last seven matches. They scored 25 runs and stole 14 bases during this period, despite hitting just .205 as a team. The pitching staff has been strong, with a team ERA of 3.89 for the season and a 2.80 ERA in their last 13 games. However, pitcher Bradley has struggled in his recent outings, allowing several home runs and walks. In terms of rankings, Tampa Bay is placed 14th overall and 28th in offense, scoring an average of 3.85 runs per game. Their defense is ranked 13th, allowing an average of 4.25 runs per game. Despite their mixed performance, the team holds a season record of 64-63. In injury news, catcher Ben Rortvedt is on the family medical emergency list but may return soon.