Los Angeles Dodgers vs Los Angeles Angels 6/20/2023 – The Los Angeles Dodgers (39-32) are set to face off against the Los Angeles Angels (40-33) in an intriguing interleague matchup. The Los Angeles Dodgers find themselves hitting the road again on Tuesday night, carrying a record of six games above .500. However, they enter this matchup on a challenging stretch, having lost four of their last five games, including a three-game losing streak following a four-run defeat against the San Francisco Giants. The best MLB betting sites favour the Los Angeles Dodgers to win in this game.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs Los Angeles Angels 6/20/2023
| When: | Tuesday, June 20, 10:05 PM EDT |
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| Where: | Angel Stadium. |
| TV: | TBS |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Los Angeles Dodgers vs Los Angeles Angels 6/20/2023
| Team | RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Los Angeles Dodgers | -1.5 (+117) | 9 o (+100) | -139 |  |
| Los Angeles Angels | +1.5 (-137) | 9 u (-120) | +129 | |
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Los Angeles Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers are hitting the road once again on Tuesday night, carrying a record six games above .500. However, they are coming off a challenging stretch, having lost four of their last five games, including a three-game losing streak following a four-run defeat to the San Francisco Giants. Clayton Kershaw will take the mound for the 15th time this season, boasting an 8-4 record and a 2.95 ERA. While Kershaw has been slightly off his game this year, allowing 30 runs on 70 hits across 82.1 innings, he remains a formidable force on the mound.
Leading the charge for the Los Angeles offense is Freddie Freeman, who maintains an impressive .324 batting average and has collected 93 hits in 72 games. Max Muncy contributes the power with 18 home runs, despite his .191 batting average. J.D. Martinez leads the team with 48 RBIs, while Will Smith boasts a team-high .409 on-base percentage.
The Dodgers struggle to get to the top.
After their triumphant series win against the White Sox, the Dodgers were dealt a blow with a three-game sweep by the Giants over the weekend. Eager to break their streak, they now face the Los Angeles Angels in search of their third win in the last seven games.
Offensively, the Dodgers have displayed a robust average of 5.44 runs per game. While their .241 batting average ranks 20th in the league, they possess an 11th-ranked .328 on-base percentage and an impressive fourth-ranked .448 slugging percentage.
Freddie Freeman continues to lead the Dodgers with his impressive .326 batting average, while Max Muncy has contributed significantly with his team-leading 18 home runs. J.D. Martinez has proven to be a vital component, leading the team with 48 RBIs.
Players to watch: Freddie Freeman 1B (GP 72, AB 287, R 59, H 93, 2B 25, 3B 1, HR 13, RBI 46, TB 159, BB 35, SO 55, SB 9, AVG 0.324, OBP 0.404, SLG 0.554, OPS 0.958, WAR 3.1, Mookie Betts RF (GP 69, AB 273, R 54, H 72, 2B 15, 3B 1, HR 17, RBI 43, TB 140, BB 41, SO 55, SB 5, AVG 0.264, OBP 0.365, SLG 0.513, OPS 0.878, WAR 2.8
Los Angeles Angels
The Los Angeles Angels are heading back home on Tuesday night, boasting a record eight games above .500 after their recent three-run victory over the Kansas City Royals. Reid Detmers will take the mound for the Angels this season with a 1-5 record and a 4.48 ERA. Detmers has struggled for Los Angeles, surrendering 65 hits and six home runs across 62.1 innings of work. Unfortunately, the Los Angeles bullpen hasn’t fared much better, carrying a 4.18 ERA this season.
On the offensive front, the Angels were in top form during their last game against the Kansas City Royals, tallying nine hits in 33 at-bats, including three hits with runners in scoring position. Shohei Ohtani led the charge for Los Angeles, who contributed one hit in four at-bats and drove in two runs. Additionally, three other Angels players each drove in one run.
Los Angeles improves their overall performance.
Over the past week, the Angels have been performing well, securing victories in six of their last eight games. They aim to maintain their momentum with a win over the Los Angeles Dodgers, which would mark their seventh win in their last nine games and grant them the series lead.
The Angels have averaged 4.93 runs per game, showcasing a solid offensive performance. Their .256 batting average ranks ninth in the league, while their .330 on-base percentage and .437 slugging percentage ranks eighth and sixth, respectively.
Leading the way for the Angels’ offense is the remarkable Shohei Ohtani, who boasts a .300 batting average, 24 home runs, and 58 RBIs, establishing himself as a formidable force at the plate.
The Angels’ pitching staff has also been solid, conceding an average of 4.63 runs per game. Opponents hold a .244 batting average against the Angels, ranking 16th in the league. The pitching staff performs well with a 4.21 ERA (also 16th) and a 1.34 WHIP (20th).
Players to watch: Shohei Ohtani SP (GP 72, AB 277, R 49, H 83, 2B 14, 3B 3, HR 24, RBI 58, TB 175, BB 38, SO 69, SB 10, AVG 0.3, OBP 0.384, SLG 0.632, OPS 1.015, WAR 3, Mike Trout CF (GP 69, AB 261, R 46, H 67, 2B 13, 3B 0, HR 15, RBI 39, TB 125, BB 39, SO 84, SB 1, AVG 0.257, OBP 0.364, SLG 0.479, OPS 0.843, WAR 2.2
Los Angeles Dodgers vs Los Angeles Angels Betting Numbers
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Los Angeles Dodgers
The total has gone OVER in 4 of LA Dodgers’ last 5 games.
LA Dodgers are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games.
LA Dodgers are 6-0 SU in their last 6 games against LA Angels.
The total has gone OVER in 10 of the LA Dodgers’ last 14 games on the road.
The total has gone OVER in 6 of the LA Dodgers’ last eight games when playing on the road against LA Angels.
LA Dodgers are 6-0 SU in their last 6 games against an American League West Division opponent.
Los Angeles Angels
LA Angels are 11-3 SU in their last 14 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of the LA Angels’ last eight games against LA Dodgers.
LA Angels are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games at home.
The total has gone OVER in 6 of the LA Angels’ last eight games when playing at home against LA Dodgers.
LA Angels are 7-3 SU in their last 10 games against an opponent in the National League.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of LA Angels’ last 6 games against an opponent in the National League West Division.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs Los Angeles Angels Betting Picks
As the Los Angeles Angels take on their cross-town rivals, they seek to maintain their recent success and extend their impressive run of wins. With Shohei Ohtani leading the offensive charge and Detmers aiming for a strong start on the mound, the Angels have the potential to seize another vital victory in their pursuit of continued success. The Los Angeles Dodgers are equipped to win this game and will do so as favoured by the most recent baseball betting stats.
Score Prediction: Dodgers 7, Angels 2.
