Our Padres vs Dodgers prediction for this MLB series is that the Padres will win in five games.
The San Diego Padres are set to battle the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS. This will be the third time these teams have ever met in the postseason. LA swept San Diego in 2020, while the Padres defeated the 111-win Dodgers in four games in 2022.
Offshore Odds: Dodgers Slight Favorites In Game 1
| Team | Run Line | Money Line | Total |
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| Padres | +1.5 (-183) | +118 | O 7.5 (-115) |
| Dodgers | -1.5 (+163) | -128 | U 7.5 (-105) |
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Padres vs. Dodgers Head-to-Head Stats
The Padres are 427-523 all-time against the Dodgers.
The Padres won the season series against the Dodgers 7-4.
Slam Diego Ready For LA
The Padres finished the season with a 93-69 record, placing second in the NL West behind the Dodgers. They advanced to this division series by sweeping the Atlanta Braves in the NL wild card round, showcasing their offensive strength. They won Game 1 easily with a 4-0 score and held on to win Game 2 5-4 after jumping to an early 5-1 lead.
San Diego’s offense ranks among the top ten in the league, and they lead all of Major League Baseball in batting average. Their star players, Fernando Tatís Jr. and Manny Machado, had strong performances against the Braves, which they hope to carry over into the series against the Dodgers. The Padres’ pitching staff also hovers around the top ten, with a WHIP that ranks sixth best in the majors.
Ohtani Playoff Debut
The Dodgers finished the season with a 98-64 record, winning the NL West and securing the best record in the National League and in Major League Baseball. This marks their 11th straight postseason appearance, but they have only one World Series title to show for it. They’ll be aiming to change that this year, but face a tough path to the finals.
Los Angeles ranks second in the majors in runs scored and on-base percentage. They are fourth in batting average and have the best slugging percentage. However, their pitching staff is slightly above average, which poses a weakness in this series. While the Dodgers have more overall talent, the question remains: can they rely on their starters, who finished 22nd in the league in quality starts?
Padres vs Dodgers Prediction
The Padres are ranked in the top ten in both offense and pitching, which is where championship contenders should be—above average on both sides of the ball. The Dodgers defeated the Padres late in the season to clinch the NL West title, but San Diego still won the season series and recently had a solid series win against the Braves. We see them pulling off an improbable upset over the Dodgers in the NLDS.
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Padres in 5 (+450)
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