Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Los Angeles Dodgers 5/20/2024

Arizona Diamondbacks (21-23) vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (29-17)

As Arizona Diamondbacks prepare to face Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on May 20, 2024, the stakes in this MLB matchup are high. The Dodgers boasting a stellar 29-17 record show why they remain perennial favorites while 21-23 Arizona Diamondbacks look to climb up in standings. Not only are stakes high for division standings purposes; this match also serves as an important event in terms of betting sports, with top betting sites constantly adapting odds according to team performance and market conditions.

The Diamondbacks season has been anything but smooth, marked by inconsistency at both bat and pitch. Their average is only.245 while they struggled against an unfavorable 4.21 ERA on their pitching staff – though when on base their potential damage potential becomes clear when their on base percentage hits 392 or above! Their main issue remains their pitching staff failing to match up with offensive output, placing added stress onto their batters to deliver results.

Contrastingly, the Dodgers have excelled this year thanks to a powerful lineup with a batting average of.260 and an outstanding slugging percentage of.436, as well as outstanding pitchers who collectively possess an admirable 3.24 ERA/WHIP combination proving effective at restricting opposition batters effectively. Their potency on offense and pitching ability has propelled them as one of the league’s major contenders this year.

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Game Info

When:	Monday, May 20, 2024 at 10:10 PM ET
Where:	Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, CA
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Stream:	MLB.TV

Slade Cecconi (1-3 W-L, 5.27 ERA) vs. Gavin Stone (4-1 W-L, 3.27 ERA)

Slade Cecconi has had an inconsistent and challenging season so far, evidenced by his 5.27 ERA and 1-3 win-loss record over 27.1 innings pitched. Although Cecconi may benefit from having a low WHIP (0.99), his propensity to give up long balls (5 homers allowed) may present challenges against Los Angeles Dodgers powerful lineup. Cecconi must utilize his strikeout ability effectively against them to manage games efficiently while protecting his health as the season continues.

Gavin Stone of the Dodgers has shown tremendous promise this year on their mound, boasting an outstanding 3.27 ERA and 4-1-0 record to match. In 44 innings pitched he has maintained control while restricting significant damage; only conceding three homer runs all season long. Stone will need to adjust his approach against Arizona in particular managing their middle innings where their resilience has proven successful.

MLB Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD

Betting odds have yet to be set in stone for this matchup; however, current trends suggest that Los Angeles Dodgers should likely be considered the favorite home team due to their superior record and statistical advantages. Bettors should keep tabs on any developing moneylines as bettors may take note of Los Angeles Dodgers’ history of dominance at home.

Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Trends

The Diamondbacks have performed evenly against market expectations on the road in their last 11 games against the spread, going 2-3 against the spread over their five matchups in this span. Two out of the last five total line bettors noted an overperformance factor when selecting specific Diamondback games: more runs were scored than expected!

Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Trends

The Los Angeles Dodgers mirror Arizona Diamondbacks in terms of recent against-the-spread performance, going 2-3 over their past five outings against the spread. Their home record against the spread (12-9) indicates stronger performances when facing familiar environments; three out of their last five total games went over and 15 out of 23 home contests going OVER total scores have become part of Los Angeles Dodgers play.