Seattle Mariners vs. Los Angeles Dodgers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for August 20, 2024

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Aug 20, 2024 6:15 AM
The Los Angeles Dodgers, riding a four-game home win streak, host the Seattle Mariners at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 10:10 PM. The Dodgers, currently sitting atop the NL West with a 74-52 record, look to extend their series lead against the Mariners, who trail in the AL West with a 64-62 record.
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Mariners vs Dodgers starting pitchers

  • Walker Buehler for Los Angeles Dodgers
  • Bryce Miller for Seattle Mariners

Mariners vs Dodgers statistics

Stat Mariners Dodgers
Hits 886 (30th) 1079 (7th)
Batting Average .215 (30th) .252 (9th)
Runs Batted In 470 (26th) 598 (4th)
Runs 496 (Tied-26th) 616 (5th)
Home Runs 142 (Tied-14th) 169 (3rd)
Walks 426 (5th) 470 (2nd)
Stolen Bases 97 (11th) 86 (Tied-14th)
Strikeouts 1294 (1st) 1061 (15th)
Pitches 18750 (7th) 19346 (1st)

Los Angeles Dodgers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
8/19/24 vs Seattle Mariners W 3-0
8/18/24 @ St. Louis Cardinals W 2-1
8/17/24 @ St. Louis Cardinals L 5-2
8/16/24 @ St. Louis Cardinals W 7-6
8/15/24 @ Milwaukee Brewers L 6-4

Seattle Mariners recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
8/19/24 @ Los Angeles Dodgers L 3-0
8/18/24 @ Pittsburgh Pirates W 10-3
8/17/24 @ Pittsburgh Pirates L 7-2
8/16/24 @ Pittsburgh Pirates L 5-3
8/15/24 @ Detroit Tigers L 2-1

Mariners vs Dodgers predictions

As the Seattle Mariners gear up to take on the Los Angeles Dodgers, all eyes will be on Julio Rodriguez. His batting has been consistently impressive this season, with a batting average that's nudged up to .265. With Rodriguez at the plate and the reliable Cal Raleigh, who's knocked out 27 homers already, the Mariners have a couple of heavy hitters who can really change the dynamics of the game. Their performances in this upcoming game will be crucial, especially when facing the Dodgers' pitching arsenal, led by Walker Buehler, whose ERA this season is sitting a bit high at 5.58.

Speaking of the Dodgers, they're not lacking in firepower either. Shohei Ohtani continues to dominate both at the plate and on the mound, leading the team with a .290 batting average and 39 home runs. As the Dodgers host this game, Ohtani's dual-threat capability will be something the Mariners need to carefully navigate around. Alongside him, Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman bring depth and experience, with Betts potentially setting the stage for some crucial plays given his strong on-base skills and strategic base running.

Given the current form and the home advantage, the Los Angeles Dodgers seem poised to extend their winning streak. With the likes of Ohtani swinging with confidence and Buehler looking to bounce back and lower that ERA, the odds lean slightly in their favor. The Mariners have the talent to make it a competitive series, but the Dodgers' blend of experience and current momentum might just be too much to overcome this time around. It's shaping up to be an exciting match-up, but my money's on the Dodgers taking this game.

Los Angeles Dodgers injuries

  • Blake Treinen (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Chris Taylor (LF): 10-Day-IL
  • Austin Barnes (C): 10-Day-IL
  • Yoshinobu Yamamoto (SP): 60-Day-IL
  • Tyler Glasnow (SP): 15-Day-IL

Seattle Mariners injuries

  • Mitch Haniger (RF): Day-To-Day
  • Alberto Rodriguez (RF): Day-To-Day
  • Taylor Dollard (SP): Day-To-Day
  • Gregory Santos (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • J.P. Crawford (SS): 10-Day-IL

Mariners vs Dodgers game info

Venue Dodger Stadium
Location Los Angeles, California
First pitch Tue 10:10 PM
TV MLBN
Temperature 82°
Chance of Rain 0%

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