Philadelphia Phillies vs. Los Angeles Dodgers 8/7/24 – As the season is progressing, such that we are experiencing warmer months, the Philadelphia Phillies (67-46) are preparing to play against the Los Angeles Dodgers (66-48) in what is set to be a thrilling showdown at Dodger Stadium. One of those midweek fixtures starts at 10:10 PM ET on Wednesday with both teams hoping to improve their rankings and fight hard for glory in the playoffs. It is one of today’s sports premium selections for sports enthusiasts and bookmakers who can watch it live on MLBN.
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Los Angeles Dodgers 8/7/24 Game Info |
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| When: | Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 10:10 PM ET |
| Where: | Dodger Stadium |
| TV: | MLBN |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Philadelphia Phillies (67-46) vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (66-48)
The Philadelphia Phillies are looking very strong with a record of 2.56 batting average and impressive power stats such as 140 home runs. The team’s on-base percentage at .327 and slugging percentage at .420 suggest that they have the lineup which can put a few good swings together and change the game through one swing of the bat. However, in their previous nine games form has been inconsistent leading to a poor 2-7 record suggesting some weaknesses may exist within their armor.
On the other hand, the Los Angeles Dodgers trail only narrowly in the standings but provide an equally daunting challenge. They have built up a .252 average alongside 152 homers, surpassing their rival Phillies’ power level. Their on-base percentage of .332 and slugging percentage of .432 show them to have slightly more efficient and stronger hitting lineups. Dodgers are known for taking advantage of home-field thus showing off an excellent home form with 7-2 in their last nine games at Dodger Stadium.
Tyler Phillips (3-1, 4.39 ERA) vs. Gavin Stone (9-5, 3.63 ERA)
Tyler Phillips is a rising star on the Phillies staff, with a promising record of 3-1 and an acceptable ERA of 4.39. His WHIP was 1.01 over the course of his first 26.2 innings as a major leaguer, indicating control, which limited batters’ average to .232. The only problem could be that he allowed 6 homers this season while playing against the slugging Dodgers.
On the other hand, Gavin Stone has made himself a dependable starter on Dodgers, posting a winning record at 9-5 and an ERA of 3.63 in 111.2 innings worked. While his above-average walk rate as compared to Phillips may create some vulnerability for exploitation through him, Stone’s WHIP (1.3) plus having had 87 strikeouts prove that risk-taking is for him alone now. Yet he has given up only one home run all year which will be very important in such a high stakes game.
When these two pitchers clash on the diamond, the game could hinge on Phillips’ ability to mitigate home runs and Stone’s control under pressure. Both teams have potent lineups that could capitalize on any pitcher’s mistakes, making this a critical aspect of the game’s outcome.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Los Angeles Dodgers -1.5 +142, Total Odds: 8.5
The odds lean slightly towards the Dodgers, likely influenced by their home record and the Phillies’ recent struggles on the road. The total set at 8.5 with a tendency towards the over reflects both teams’ powerful hitting capabilities and recent scoring trends.
Philadelphia Phillies Betting Trends
Philadelphia’s trend towards high-scoring games is evident, with the total going OVER in 6 of their last 8. Their struggle to secure wins recently could be a point of concern for bettors, especially considering their 4-9 record in their last 13 road games. However, their history of success against the Dodgers, winning 5 of their last 6 encounters, provides a glimmer of hope.
Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Trends
The Dodgers have been strong at home, and their OVER trend in 8 of the last 9 home games against Philadelphia suggests that high scores could be on the menu once again. Their balanced attack might exploit the Phillies’ recent pitching woes, potentially making them a solid bet, especially with their favorable moneyline and spread.
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Los Angeles Dodgers 8/7/24 Betting Picks
Betting angles indicate a close game with a high score. Home team Dodgers have a small edge in power hitting and a solid home record, making them the right choice moneyline wise. However, considering that the Phillies have recently struggled against the Dodgers, taking Philadelphia with the spread might also be worth considering.
OVER 8.5 runs seems like a good bet for people looking for free daily MLB predictions since on this particular match both teams’ line-ups and starting pitching scenarios favor such an outcome. This is one game where you can make interesting prop bets which are particularly appealing through player performance markets like total bases and strikeouts for starting pitchers due to its playoff preview atmosphere.