Astros vs Dodgers Picks and Prediction – 7/6/2025

The Houston Astros (53–35) arrive in L.A. after an unforgettable 18–1 blowout on July 4, determined to clinch the series against the Dodgers (57–33)—MLB’s top team. With Colton Gordon set to start for Houston and L.A.'s starter still TBD, this rubber match sets the stage for a titanic final chapter to the weekend series. Get in on all the action with our free MLB picks.

Rookie Colton Gordon (3–1, 4.37 ERA, 1.41 WHIP, 41 K over 45 IP) comes off a solid June, striking out 35 across his last seven outings while keeping his ERA in check. His consistent command and strikeout upside make him a live arm for Houston. Offensively, the Astros are scorching—Cam Smith recently hit .353 with a 0.977 OPS in RISP, while Christian Walker became the first road player ever to homer in six straight games at Dodger Stadium. After an 18-1 win in Game 1 of this series, the Astros are cooking.

While the Dodgers haven’t named a Sunday starter yet, they’re expected to lean on one of their top arms to respond after Friday’s setback. With Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts leading a formidable lineup, L.A. boasts MLB’s best offense—averaging over six runs per game in their past 10 starts. Their bullpen remains elite, making them tough to shake late.

This rematch has all the makings of a slugfest. Expect Gordon’s strikeout ability and Houston’s hot bats to keep the game tight deep into the night. Meanwhile, Dodger Stadium’s power-friendly environment favors a high total. We will be on the Over for two good offenses in LA. Prediction: Astros win 8-5.