The Los Angeles Dodgers begin a crucial four-game series against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium on September 28, 2023. This matchup features two teams with contrasting records, as the Dodgers sit at 85-67, leading the National League West, while the Giants are at 76-76, positioned fourth in the same division.
Fans can expect an exciting showdown as the Dodgers boast a robust home record of 49-28. They have been particularly effective in games where they out-hit their opponents, achieving a remarkable 63-16 record under those circumstances. In contrast, the Giants have a road record of 38-39 and a season mark of 76-76. They excel when recording at least eight hits, with a strong 48-26 record in such games.
Pitching Matchup and Season Series
On the mound, the Giants will send out Logan Webb, who has a record of 14 wins and 10 losses, along with a 3.34 ERA and 206 strikeouts this season. The Dodgers counter with Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who holds an 11-8 record, a 2.66 ERA, and 187 strikeouts. This game marks the 10th meeting between these two teams this season, with the Dodgers leading the season series 6-3.
The BETMGM Sportsbook line shows the Dodgers as favorites at -163, while the Giants are listed at +136. The over/under for the game is set at 7.5 runs, indicating an expectation for a competitive matchup.
Key Players and Recent Performance
Among the standout players, Mookie Betts has contributed significantly to the Dodgers’ success, accumulating 22 doubles, two triples, 19 home runs, and 78 RBIs while hitting .261 this season. Shohei Ohtani has also been impressive, going 13 for 36 with two doubles and five home runs over his last ten games.
On the Giants’ side, Rafael Devers has put forth a stellar performance, boasting 31 doubles and 31 home runs. Jung Hoo Lee is another player to watch, hitting 10 for 37 with a triple and a home run in his last ten outings.
In their last ten games, the Dodgers have performed well, achieving a 7-3 record with a .291 batting average and a 3.16 ERA, outscoring their opponents by 30 runs. The Giants, however, have faced challenges, going 4-6 with a .185 batting average and a 5.00 ERA, having been outscored by nine runs.
Injury Updates
Injury concerns could impact both teams as they head into this series. For the Dodgers, notable players on the injured list include Will Smith (10-Day IL, hand), Brock Stewart (15-Day IL, shoulder), and several others on the 60-Day IL due to various injuries. The Giants also face hurdles, with players like Dominic Smith (10-Day IL, hamstring) and Randy Rodriguez (60-Day IL, elbow) unable to participate.
As the Dodgers and Giants prepare to clash, fans are eagerly anticipating the intensity and excitement of this pivotal series in the race for postseason positioning.