June 23 MLB LA Dodgers vs LA Angels overseas baseball analysis sports analysis
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The slump in the batting lineup leading to a close loss, the LA Dodgers will send Tyler Glasnow (7 wins, 5 losses, 3.00 ERA) to challenge for his 8th win of the season. Glasnow's strong performance at home against Kansas City on the 17th, where he pitched 7 innings of 3-hit scoreless ball, is an encouraging sign of his revival at home. Although he suffered a loss with 7 earned runs in 6 innings during last year's away game against the Angels, this time he's at home, making a revenge performance possible. In the previous game, Ohtani Shohei's 2-run homer was the only score for the Dodgers' lineup, showing the aftermath of the defeat. The failure to show a proper performance against the Angels' bullpen in the late innings needs reflection. The bullpen, allowing 3 runs after a hit-by-pitch show upon Ryan Yarbrough's entrance, was unfortunate.
The LA Angels, who broke the losing streak with good pitching, will have Zack Plesac (1 win, 4.50 ERA) challenge for his 2nd win of the season. In his first major league outing of the season on the 18th against Milwaukee, Plesac pitched 6 innings allowing 3 earned runs, demonstrating stable pitching despite the sudden call-up. However, given the opponent, he may struggle in this away game. The Angels' batting lineup, which scored 3 runs by targeting Yarbrough and Phillips, still has hitting issues as evidenced by just 4 hits in the last game. Without the 3 hit-by-pitches in an inning, a victory would have been difficult. The bullpen, holding 2 runs in 7.2 innings following Sandoval's injury exit, benefits greatly from a strong closer.
The previous game was frustrating for both teams but significant for the Angels overcoming an 8-game losing streak against the Dodgers. However, it's difficult for the current Angels' lineup to target Glasnow, while there are limitations for Plesac to halt the Dodgers' batting lineup. With an advantage in starting pitching, the LA Dodgers are closer to winning.
Expected Score: LA Dodgers 6 - Angels 2
Handicap: LA Dodgers Win
Under/Over: Under