Dodgers vs Diamondbacks: The Defining Game
Life is often viewed through two lenses: success or failure. The Dodgers vs Diamondbacks divisional series perfectly encapsulates this sentiment.
The Diamondbacks lead the series 2-0, having completely dominated in Los Angeles. Now, as they head into game 3 on their home turf in Arizona, they stand on the brink of moving definitively to the Championship Series. A win would be a significant success for them and would mean another heartbreaking failure for the Dodgers.
Let’s delve into what game 3 holds between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Odds
| TEAM | RUN LINE | MONEYLINE | OVER/UNDER | TEAM TOTAL |
| DODGERS L. Lynn (R) | +1.5 | -121 | O 9.5 | 4.5 |
| D’BACKS B. Pfaadt (R) | -1.5 | +111 | U 9.5 | 4.5 |
Dodgers vs Diamondbacks AI Predictions and SBAI Picks
| TEAM | AI PICKS | SBAI PICKS | |||
| DODGERS | 6.4 Runs | 11.5 Runs | SPREAD ARI +1.5 | MONEYLINE LAD -130 | TOTAL O 9.5 |
| D’BACKS | 5.1 Runs | ||||
AI Prediction: Score (LA Dodgers 6-5 Arizona)
SBAI Picks: (Run Line: Diamondbacks +1.5, Moneyline: Dodgers -130, Total: Over 9.5)
Game Information
| LOS ANGELES DODGERS vs ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS |
| Location of the Game: Chase Field, Phoenix, Arizona |
| Date and Time: October 11th, 2023. 9:07 PM ET |
| Reason: 2023 National League Divisional Series Game 3 |
| How to watch: TBS |
Dodgers Aim to Dodge Major Upset
The Los Angeles Dodgers entered the playoffs as the second-best team in the National League, just behind the Atlanta Braves, and the third-best in the entire MLB. They’ve consistently surpassed the 100-win mark in seven of their last regular seasons.
However, post-season success has been elusive. Since 2017, in seasons where they achieved more than 100 wins, they’ve only made it to the Championship Series twice. They lost the World Series 3-4 to Houston in 2017 and 2-4 to Atlanta in 2021. In a shocking 2019 twist, they were defeated 1-3 by the San Diego Padres in the Divisional Series.
To avoid a sweep by Arizona, the Dodgers will send Lance Lynn to the mound. Lynn holds a season record of 13 wins and 11 losses. It’s noteworthy that Lynn hasn’t started a postseason game since his stint with the White Sox against the Astros. Despite their precarious position, the betting odds favor the Dodgers with a Run Line of -1.5, a moneyline of -121, and a team total of 4.5.
Diamondbacks Eye Momentous Success
The Diamondbacks’ playoff appearances are sporadic at best. Their crowning achievement came in 2001 when they clinched the World Series against the New York Yankees. Their subsequent notable run was in 2007 when they reached the Championship Series only to be swept by the Colorado Rockies.
After a six-year hiatus, they return to the playoffs, combined with their current lead against the Dodgers, already marks a successful season. Brandon Pfaad, with a regular-season record of 3 wins and 9 losses, will pitch for the Diamondbacks. His last postseason appearance was shaky, lasting less than three innings against the Milwaukee Brewers.
Though they have a 2-0 lead, play at home, and are on the brink of victory, the Diamondbacks are seen as the underdogs with a Run Line of +1.5, a moneyline of +111, and a team total of 4.5.
Head to Head
Since their first game in 1998, the Dodgers have dominated the Diamondbacks, with 262 wins compared to Arizona’s 195. In the 2017 playoffs, the Dodgers swept the Diamondbacks 3-0.
Tonight’s match will label one team as triumphant and the other as disappointing. By the end of the day, we’ll know which label each team will wear in the future.
