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Dodgers favored heavily against Mariners tonight
29 Jul
Summary
- Dodgers are heavy favorites at -178 for series opener.
- Mariners struggle against left-handed pitchers this season.
- Under 9.5 runs predicted due to offensive struggles.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are poised for a strong start to their series against the Seattle Mariners, opening as significant -178 moneyline favorites. This advantage is amplified by the Mariners' vulnerability against left-handed pitching, a weakness they have demonstrated throughout the season.
Seattle's offensive struggles are notable, particularly against left-handed hurlers where they have posted a 89 wRC+. This contrasts with their performance against right-handers. Furthermore, Mariners pitcher Luis Castillo has recently shown signs of weakness, surrendering a high number of home runs and posting a concerning FIP.
The game total is set at 9.5 runs, with predictions leaning towards the Under. Seattle's offensive slump, marked by a low wRC+ and ISO in recent games, further supports this outlook. Despite a recent dip in performance from the Dodgers' bullpen, the Mariners' overall offensive form suggests they will struggle to exploit this.
The Dodgers' offense is performing around league average, but with Castillo's recent struggles, they are expected to score enough. The Mariners' relief pitching has been holding its own, contributing to the expectation of a low-scoring affair.
