With a remarkable record of 95-64, the Los Angeles Dodgers will host the Colorado Rockies, who hold a 61-98 record, on a Friday evening in Coors Field, a matchup certain to deliver chills. As the last games of this year’s MLB details are being played, the next few games for the Dodgers seem to be all about sealing the playoff spot, whereas the Rockies would want to spoil the party and end on a high, hence the importance of the odds. Given the disparity in team performance and the game’s enormity, this is one of the games classified under MLB free picks today.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Colorado Rockies 9/27/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Friday, September 27, 2024 at 8:10 PM ET |
| Where: | Coors Field |
| Watch: | Fubo, ESPN, MLB.TV |
| Dodgers odds: | -185 Moneyline |
| Rockies odds: | +156 Moneyline |
| Total Line: | 11.5 |
Los Angeles Dodgers (95-64) vs. Colorado Rockies (61-98)
The Los Angeles Dodgers, aiming for the century mark in wins, have displayed a formidable blend of pitching and power hitting throughout the season. The team’s .256 batting average and 225 homers tell the tale of a lineup that can change the game with a single swing. However, their recent form truly paints the picture of their dominance; they’ve taken six of their last eight games, including against the Padres, showcasing a well-oiled machine that is ready for postseason battles.
| Los Angeles Dodgers Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 26, 2024 | SD | 7-2 | Win |
| Sep 25, 2024 | SD | 4-3 | Win |
| Sep 24, 2024 | SD | 2-4 | Lose |
| Sep 22, 2024 | COL | 6-5 | Win |
| Sep 21, 2024 | COL | 3-6 | Lose |
Conversely, the Colorado Rockies’ season has been marred by underperformance and inconsistencies, evident from their 61-98 record. Their struggle is reflected in their pitching staff’s 5.4 ERA and the offense’s inability to consistently drive runs, managing a slugging percentage of just .400. The Rockies have lost four of their last six games, with a fleeting highlight being a 10-8 victory over St. Louis.
| Colorado Rockies Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 26, 2024 | STL | 10-8 | Win |
| Sep 25, 2024 | STL | 2-5 | Lose |
| Sep 24, 2024 | STL | 3-7 | Lose |
| Sep 22, 2024 | LA | 5-6 | Lose |
| Sep 21, 2024 | LA | 6-3 | Win |
Tony Gonsolin (0-0, 0.00 ERA) vs. Cal Quantrill (8-10, 4.72 ERA)
After undergoing surgical procedures on his elbow, Tony Gonsolin’s impending return to the mound for the Dodgers is a potential wild card. The surgery was necessary as the justification for this season’s sage started as a rather difficult one with a 4.98 ERA over 20 games. Just how he plays in this game will be important because it will determine whether he is fit enough for the playoffs. The tolerance of Gonsolin’s game is really going to be tested, which will bring some level of uncertainty.
Cal Quantrill for the Rockies has especially struggled this season and boasts an ERA of 4.72 after pitching for 145 innings. Although he has battled mentally, good news for the Dodgers is that he has a WHIP of 1.49 and a propensity to give up a 21 home run which could benefit the dodgers who will play in a hitters’ park in Coors Field.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Los Angeles Dodgers -185, Total Odds: 11.5
Betting odds are highly in favor of the Dodgers and their impressive feats and pitching, even with the uncertainty that Gonsolin bring on the mound. Dodgers and Rockies’ recent games have seen many go over the total, meaning that runs will be plentiful in this contest, more so because of the Dodgers’ offensive and the pitcher’s faults.
Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Trends
Recent betting stats for the Dodgers have points in their direction that can very possibly overpower the scores with the total going OVER in twelve of the sixteen most recent contests played by the team. Their general road wins and more so against the Rockies that is unprecedented shows the team’s capabilities in different sets up.
Colorado Rockies Betting Trends
The Rockies tend to have a mix of trends where they tend to go OVER in their away fixtures against the Dodgers of late but their away form has not been good where 5 of their last 7 home games at coil field have gone UNDER. This wavering performance complicates things a bit because betting on Rockies is more a matter of taking a risk.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Colorado Rockies 9/27/24 Betting Picks
In light of all these factors, the Dodgers appear to have an edge over their opponents in this battle. Their better offensive numbers and obviously better bullpen, though there are question marks about Gonsolin, should be able to outlast the Rockies’ struggles. As such there is a caveat to this statement: because of the large total line and because both teams have been hitting OVERs respectively, it would be wiser to bet on the total points rather than the margin.
All in all the conclusions drawn by the handicapper analysis today, make one of the OVERs on the total line a viable betting option. Considering those trends and the past meetings, particularly high-scoring games at Coors Field, prop bets, total hits or total home runs seem to be key betting items prudently.