Dodgers Game Preview: LA Takes on Arizona - Aug 30 NL West Duel

As the Los Angeles Dodgers gear up to face the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field this Friday, they aim to extend their lead as the top team in the NL West . Holding a strong 79-54 record, the Dodgers are eager to build on their recent success and exploit the Diamondbacks' struggles against left-handed pitchers. Meanwhile, the Diamondbacks, currently 76-58 and sitting 2nd in the NL West, are determined to bounce back from their series loss to the Mets and challenge the Dodgers' supremacy in a high-stakes showdown.

How to Watch:

• Date: Friday, August 30, 2024
• Time: 6:40 PM PDT
• Stadium: Chase Field, Phoenix, AZ
• Television: SportsNet LA
• Streaming: ESPN+ subscription service
• Radio: Dodgers Radio AM570, KTNQ 1020

Odds:

- Money Line: Los Angeles Dodgers -130 / Arizona Diamondbacks +110

- Over/Under: 8.5

- Odds from Bet MGM

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Predictions:

Clayton Kershaw (2-2, 3.72 ERA) will take the mound for the Dodgers, bringing his experience and skill despite some recent struggles. Zac Gallen (10-6, 3.65 ERA) has shown excellent strikeout capabilities, but facing the Dodgers' lineup with stars like Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts could be a tough matchup . Considering the current form and lineup strengths, we predict the Dodgers will secure the victory.

More:

Beyond the standings , this matchup serves as a spotlight for exceptional players to demonstrate their skills. Ohtani continues to dazzle with 42 home runs and 42 stolen bases, combining extraordinary power and speed. Betts, equally impressive with his defensive and offensive contributions, makes him a key player for the Dodgers. For Arizona, Ketel Marte has had a stellar season with 30 home runs and 81 RBIs. As the season heats up, these individual feats could lead to record-setting achievements, adding excitement to this fierce division rivalry.