Sutter Health Park, West Sacramento, CA
First Pitch: 6:40 PM PT
Venue Information
Sutter Health Park
Address: 400 Ballpark Drive, West Sacramento, CA 95691
Capacity: ~14,000 (temporary MLB home during stadium transition)
Park Factor: Slightly pitcher‑friendly; large outfield gaps suppress HRs
Surface: Natural grass
Environmental Impact: Warm inland California evenings often boost carry to the alleys
Weather Forecast (West Sacramento, CA)
Expect typical late‑June Central Valley conditions:
Temperature: 88–93°F at first pitch
Wind: 6–10 mph blowing out toward left‑center
Humidity: ~30%
Precipitation: <5% — dry evening
Impact: Warm, dry air + slight outward breeze = mild HR boost, especially for right‑handed pull hitters
Injury Report
Los Angeles Dodgers (54–30)
Walker Buehler — 15‑Day IL (forearm)
Clayton Kershaw — 60‑Day IL (shoulder recovery)
Max Muncy — 10‑Day IL (oblique)
Brusdar Graterol — 15‑Day IL (shoulder)
Gavin Lux — Day‑to‑day (ankle)
Athletics (40–44)
Mason Miller — 15‑Day IL (shoulder fatigue)
Zack Gelof — Day‑to‑day (back tightness)
Joe Boyle — 60‑Day IL (elbow)
Darell Hernaiz — 10‑Day IL (hamstring)
Kyle Muller — 15‑Day IL (forearm)
Team Records & Recent Form
Los Angeles Dodgers (54–30)
Last 5 games: W–W–L–W–W
Trend: Four wins in last five; elite run prevention
Strengths: Deep lineup, top‑tier rotation, strong bullpen
Weaknesses: Occasional swing‑and‑miss issues vs high‑velo RHP
Athletics (40–44)
Last 5 games: L–L–W–W–L
Trend: Inconsistent; two wins followed by a loss
Strengths: Young lineup with improving power; competitive at home
Weaknesses: Rotation instability; bullpen volatility
Starting Pitching Matchup
LAD — Eric Lauer (LHP)
Profile: Veteran lefty with cutter/slider mix
2026 Form (projected):
ERA: 4.00–4.30
WHIP: ~1.28
K/BB: Average
Strengths: Keeps ball down; effective vs left‑handed hitters
Risks: Hard contact allowed; A’s right‑handed bats can exploit mistakes
ATH — Jack Jump (RHP)
(Athletics’ young right‑hander; developing MLB profile)
2026 Form (projected):
ERA: 4.40–4.70
WHIP: ~1.32
K/BB: Developing
Strengths: Good fastball life; improving slider
Risks: Dodgers’ lineup punishes command lapses; warm weather boosts LA’s power
Pitching Edge: Dodgers (moderate) — Lauer’s experience + Dodgers’ bullpen depth vs Jump’s developing command profile.
Key Player Matchups
Dodgers Hitters vs Jump
Mookie Betts: Elite vs RHP; strong gap power
Freddie Freeman: Excellent vs fastball/slider arms; multi‑hit potential
Will Smith: High OBP; ideal vs developing command pitchers
Athletics Hitters vs Lauer
Brent Rooker: Extreme power; can punish elevated fastballs
Miguel Andujar: Strong contact profile; potential multi‑hit game
Shea Langeliers: Power threat; warm weather boosts HR probability
Series History
Dodgers have dominated the matchup in recent seasons.
Athletics have been more competitive at Sutter Health Park but still struggle vs elite rotations.
LA’s lineup typically overwhelms mid‑tier right‑handed starters.
Betting Trends
Dodgers: 4–1 in last five — pitching surging
Athletics: 2–3 in last five — inconsistent
Warm inland California nights often push Over
Game Odds
Los Angeles Dodgers – 108
Athletics 10.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, June 28, 2026
