Colorado Rockies (45-71) vs Los Angeles Dodgers (69-46)
Colorado Rockies vs Los Angeles Dodgers 8/13/2023 – On Sunday, the Colorado Rockies conclude their series against the Dodgers in Los Angeles. Occupying the bottom position in the NL West, the Rockies secured victory in three out of their previous ten games. Heading into the weekend, Colorado was grappling with a three-game losing streak, and in their recent encounter with the Dodgers on Friday, they conceded 6 runs. Their road record highlights their struggles, as they carry many losses into Sunday’s match.
In contrast, the Los Angeles Dodgers entered the weekend on a high note with a six-game winning run. Dominating their recent performances, the Dodgers triumphed in nine of their last ten games and held the top position in the NL West. Their remarkable offensive prowess is evident, averaging 5.7 runs per game, a figure that leads the entire MLB. Guided by Freddie Freeman, who accumulated 158 hits this season, the Dodgers’ success continues to soar. For expert MLB free picks, visit our platform.
Rockies vs. Dodgers Game Info
| When: | Sunday, August 13, 2023, 4:10 PM ET |
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| Where: | Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, CA |
| TV: | MLBN |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Kyle Freeland (4-12, 4.84) ERA) vs Julio Urias (9-6, 4.39 ERA)
Kyle Freeland will make his 23rd outing on the hill for the Colorado Rockies. With 119 innings pitched this season, Freeland has a 4-12 record. Freeland has a 4.84 ERA with 76 strikeouts. In his most recent start, Freeland went 6 innings while surrendering 3 earned runs on 8 hits. 5.8 runs are surrendered by the Colorado Rockies each game.
For the Los Angeles Dodgers, Julio Urias will make his 18th start on the mound. With 92.1 innings pitched this season, Urias has a 9-6 record. With 87 strikeouts, Urias has a 4.39 earned run average. In his most recent start, Urias went 6 innings, allowing 4 hits but no runs.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: LA Dodgers -300, MLB Totals: 9.0
This game might be the least challenging on paper given how evenly matched the series has been all season. The only time Kyle Freeland of Colorado played the Dodgers this year, he could not counteract their lethal offense. Julio Urias was almost impenetrable when pitching earlier this season against the Rockies’ soft-hitting batting order. Because the Rockies are terrible on the road, the odds for Dodgers -1.5 aren’t even worthwhile. Take Los Angeles at a minimum of -2, ideally -2.5.
Colorado Rockies Betting Trends
The Colorado Rockies are 1-8 SU in their last 9 games against LA Dodgers.
The Rockies are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games on the road.
Colorado is 0-6 SU in their last 6 games on the road against the Dodgers.
The total stayed UNDER in 13 of Colorado’s last 20 games against an NL rival.
The total went UNDER in 8 of Colorado’s last 9 games against an opponent in the National League West Division.
Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Trends
The total stayed UNDER in 9 of the LA Dodgers’ last 12 games against the Rockies.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are 6-0 SU in their last 6 home games.
Dodgers are 6-0 SU in their last 6 games at home against Colorado.
The total went UNDER in 5 of the Dodgers’ last 6 games against an NL rival.
The total remained UNDER in 5 of the LA Dodgers’ last 6 games against an opponent in the National League West Division.
Colorado Rockies vs Los Angeles Dodgers 8/13/2023 Betting Picks
The Los Angeles Dodgers maintained a team on-base percentage (OBP) of .338 and a batting average of .250 throughout the season. They have been struck out 975 times, ranking 17th in the league, while amassing 970 hits. Regarding power hitting, the Dodgers launched 182 home runs and scored 626 runs. Their collective slugging percentage stands at .455, and they consistently score an average of 5.67 runs per game, placing them in the 3rd position across the league. Additionally, they recorded 218 doubles, drew 481 walks, and accumulated 646 runs.
On Sunday, the Los Angeles Dodgers hold the superior position as the better team, although they are the best bet to win this outing. Their proficiency in scoring runs per game is unmatched in the league, while Colorado’s pitching struggles led to conceding a significant number of runs per game. The Dodgers also possess an advantage in pitching, which bodes well for closing the series. However, considering the total score as a potential betting option is worth considering. The final score prediction leans towards a Los Angeles Dodgers victory with an 8-5 scoreline, but the recommended bet is on the OVER for total points scored. For daily premium sports picks, visit our platform.
Free Pick and Prediction: Los Angeles Dodgers 7-3