July 5, 2023, 10:10 AM, MLB Game: LA Dodgers vs. Arizona Diamondbacks
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LA Dodgers vs Arizona Game Analysis
◈ LA Dodgers
Rendon Neck (1 win, 1 loss, 2.08 ERA) is aiming for his second victory of the season. Neck, who showed a pitching performance of 4.2 innings and 1 run against San Francisco on the 29th, is maintaining his form as a pitcher who can effectively cover 5 innings. In the away game against Arizona on May 1, he pitched 5 innings with 1 run, and he is expected to cover 5 innings well at home as well. In the previous game, the Dodgers' lineup scored 4 points in the bottom of the first inning with two home runs against Christian Mena, but failed to capitalize on subsequent opportunities and ended up losing. James McCarthy's home run could be considered the turning point of that game. It's likely best not to rely on the bullpen pitchers who collapsed with 8 runs in 6 innings.
◈ Arizona
Zac Gallen (6 wins, 4 losses, 2.83 ERA) is challenging for his seventh victory of the season. In his home game against Oakland on the 30th, which was his return from injury, Gallen pitched 6 innings with 1 hit and no runs, continuing his jinx of strong performances after rest. However, his performance in two games at the Dodgers' venue last year, where he gave up 5 runs or more, could be a significant weakness in this game. Arizona's lineup, which scored 12 points, including four home runs, while thoroughly defeating the Dodgers' pitching staff in the previous game, continues to show strong form in the away games against the Dodgers. Christian Walker, who achieved two home runs and three RBIs, seems to excel in clutch situations. It's encouraging that the bullpen held on without giving up any runs for 6 innings, making up for their poor performance in the first game.
◈ Commentary
Stone did not overcome his jinx against Arizona, and the same goes for the bullpen. Although both teams exchanged blows, Arizona's punches were stronger. The notable feature of this series is that it closely follows the head-to-head records; while Neck is strong against Arizona, Gallen is weak against the Dodgers, and this point will decide the outcome. The LA Dodgers, who have an advantage in matchups, are closer to winning.
◈ Recommended Betting
[[Win/Loss]]: LA Dodgers Win
[[Handicap]]: -1.5 LA Dodgers Win
[[O/U]]: Over 8.5 ▲