Baltimore Orioles (76-56) vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (78-53)
The MLB betting action continues on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, with an exciting interleague matchup at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California. This article provides a comprehensive look at the upcoming Orioles vs. Dodgers game, including picks and odds.
As the O’s and the Blue Crew face off in the second game of a three-game series, the Dodgers hold a slight edge as -118 moneyline favorites for the night, while the total runs are set at 8.5.
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The Orioles’ Pursuit of the Yankees
The Baltimore Orioles have found themselves in a cycle of inconsistency recently. With a record of 5-6 over their last 11 games, they have split a couple of four-game series. As of Tuesday morning, Baltimore sits in second place in the AL East, trailing the New York Yankees by two games while firmly holding onto the top wild card spot in the American League.
In their recent outings, the Orioles have managed a disappointing .216 batting average, with a .287 on-base percentage and .370 slugging percentage, hitting 15 home runs in 416 at-bats. Their bullpen has struggled as well, recording a 4.23 ERA and 1.05 WHIP over 44.2 innings.
On the mound for Baltimore is Corbin Burnes, a 29-year-old right-hander who boasts a record of 12-6 alongside a 3.28 ERA and 1.13 WHIP in 26 starts this season. However, Burnes has faced challenges in his last two outings, allowing eight earned runs on ten hits against the Boston Red Sox and six runs (five earned) against the Houston Astros.
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Dodgers Set Their Sights on Winning Streak
The Los Angeles Dodgers have been on a roll, achieving a 7-2 record in their last nine games. They recently swept three-game series against the St. Louis Cardinals, Seattle Mariners, and Tampa Bay Rays. Heading into Tuesday, the Dodgers led the NL West by three games over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Los Angeles has demonstrated solid offensive performance, posting a .253 batting average, .308 on-base percentage, and .467 slugging percentage in the last two weeks, with 21 home runs in 407 at-bats. Their bullpen has also been impressive, showing a 2.76 ERA and 0.94 WHIP over 42.1 innings.
Walker Buehler is set to take the mound for the Dodgers. The 30-year-old righty has struggled this season, with a record of 1-4, a 6.09 ERA, and a 1.67 WHIP in ten starts (44.1 innings). In his recent appearances this month, Buehler has given up seven runs (six earned) on 11 hits and issued seven walks in just 7.1 innings.
Analyzing Best Bets for Orioles vs. Dodgers
Despite Walker Buehler’s lack of form, the Dodgers remain favorites in this matchup due to their potent offense and solid bullpen. Notably, only two players from the Baltimore roster have faced Buehler previously, which may give the Dodgers an advantage. The Orioles have struggled against right-handed pitchers lately, posting a low .473 OPS and a wRC+ of only 38 in the past ten days.
Corbin Burnes has shown inconsistency this August, with an alarming 8.71 ERA and allowing at least four runs in each of his last four starts. While Burnes may rebound eventually, the Dodgers’ recent performance against right-handed pitchers, with a .785 OPS and 118 wRC+, suggests they could capitalize on his struggles.
