If you told us Max Scherzer was going to toss seven innings of one-run ball against the San Francisco Giants on Monday night, we would’ve told you that was a no-brainer victory for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
But actually … LA scored zero runs. And they lost 1-0. And now they’re on the brink of elimination after generating just NINE runs in three playoff games against their division rivals.
And until a few moments ago, we had no idea who the Dodgers’ starter would be in this do-or-die game. The Giants, meanwhile, will trot out another quality starter after shutting out LA in Games 1 and 3.
In order to stay alive, the offense needs to wake up. This assortment of All-Stars, even without Max Muncy, failing to get the job done is an embarrassment. They cannot lose to a bunch of Giants players turning back the clock in this fashion again.
Let’s check out the betting preview, though, and see where the Dodgers stand heading into Tuesday night.
What Time is the Dodgers Game Today?
Los Angeles and San Francisco are facing off at 6:07 PM PST.
What Channel is the Dodgers Game on Today?
You can catch these two teams on TBS, which has really been the network with the best coverage so far, right?
Dodgers vs Giants Odds Today
According to WynnBET, the Dodgers are the favorites again at -153 on the moneyline (bet $153 to win $100) while the Giants are +143 underdogs (bet $100 to win $143. With a -1.5 handicap on the run line, you can get the Dodgers at a more favorable +135 (bet $100 to win $135), but the Giants getting +1.5 runs at -155 (bet $155 to win $100) seems like a safer bet based on how LA’s offense has performed.
The over/under is set at just eight total runs, with the over price at -115 (bet $115 to win $100) and the under price at -105 (bet $105 to win $100).
Dodgers Pitcher Today
It’s going to be Walker Buehler on three days’ rest, something he does…not do very often. Buehler is coming off 6.1 innings of three-run ball with five strikeouts in Game 1 of this series, which was good, but not good enough in the face of Logan Webb’s mastery. This time around, he’ll face Anthony DeSclafani (13-7, 3.17 ERA this season) in a potential close-out game, something we never, ever thought we’d type. Ever.
Dodgers Starting Lineup
Check back for this in a few hours!
Dodgers vs Giants Prediction Today
The Dodgers need a victory to stay alive. They’re resorting to semi-desperate measures in starting Buehler, but, like, the right level of desperation. Tony Gonsolin will likely work behind the ace, if need be. For a team on the brink, this remains a relatively comfortable position to be in. San Francisco’s offense hasn’t engaged. Los Angeles got plenty unlucky Monday night. This is not over.
3-2 Dodgers in a squeaker, and we do this all again by the Bay on Thursday.
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