Orioles vs Dodgers Picks and Prediction – 8/30/2024

On Thursday, the Baltimore Orioles (76-56) face off against the Los Angeles Dodgers (78-53) at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California. Mookie Betts went 1-for-3 with 2 RBIs, 1 run and 1 home run for the Dodgers in their 3-1 win over Tampa Bay. Stay up to date with our expert's MLB Picks.

Los Angeles comes into this matchup on a one-game winning streak and has won four of their last five games prior to their first two games against Baltimore. Shohei Ohtani is the top home run hitter for the Los Angeles Dodgers, having smashed 41 homers this season. Following him is Teoscar Hernandez, who has hit 27 home runs, making him the second-leading slugger on the team. When it comes to driving in runs, Ohtani is the standout player with a team-high of 94 RBIs. Additionally, Ohtani boasts the highest batting average on the Dodgers, hitting .292 this season. In their past five games, the Dodgers have been on a hot streak, averaging 6.4 runs per game. This strong performance has helped them secure the top spot in the NL West Division standings, where they currently lead the Arizona Diamondbacks by three games. Looking ahead, the Dodgers aim to continue their winning run, but they know they must remain vigilant against the Baltimore Orioles. Overall, for the season, the Dodgers have been a strong offensive team, averaging 5 runs per game.

Baltimore enters this game on a one-game losing streak and has dropped three of their last five games prior to their first two games against Los Angeles. In their 6-3 defeat against the Houston Astros, Baltimore Orioles' Ramon Urias had a notable performance, going 1-for-3 at the plate. He drove in three runs, scored once, and hit a home run. Anthony Santander is currently leading the Orioles in home runs this season with a total of 38, while Gunnar Henderson follows closely with 33 homers. Santander also tops the team in RBIs, having accumulated 86 so far. Gunnar Henderson impresses with the highest batting average on the team, hitting .282 this season. Over their past five games, the Orioles have been giving up an average of 4.6 runs per game. They currently hold the second place in the AL East Division, trailing the first-place New York Yankees by two games. Despite the recent slump, they remain in the first Wild Card spot, maintaining a two-game lead over the Kansas City Royals. As they prepare to take on the formidable Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium, the Orioles are eager to break their losing streak. On average, Baltimore scores 5 runs per game this season.

Baltimore’s Cade Povich has had a tough season, posting a 1-6 record and an unsightly 6.10 ERA. On the other hand, Los Angeles’ Bobby Miller hasn't fared much better, recording a 1-3 record with an even more troubling 7.49 ERA. Both pitchers have faced significant challenges and aim to depend on their respective teams' offenses to deliver crucial early runs. The Dodgers have been particularly dominant on their home turf, boasting a record that is 20 games above .500. Meanwhile, the Orioles have performed reasonably well in away games. As the regular season dwindles, both teams, seen as potential World Series contenders, are eager to solidify their reputations and demonstrate their capabilities. Final Score Prediction, Los Angeles Dodgers win 2-1.