Game Details
- Matchup: Arizona Diamondbacks (26-23) vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (30-19)
- Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025
- Time: 7:10 PM PT
- Venue: Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, CA
- TV Broadcast: ESPN, Bally Sports Arizona, Spectrum SportsNet
Team Overview & Recent Performance
Arizona Diamondbacks
The Diamondbacks have been on a roll, taking Game 1 of the series with a 9-5 victory over the Dodgers. Arizona jumped out to a 7-0 lead early, powered by three two-run homers from Lourdes Gurriel Jr., Gabriel Moreno, and Geraldo Perdomo. Brandon Pfaadt was dominant on the mound, retiring 10 straight batters to start the game and improving to 4-0 in his last four starts against the Dodgers.
Arizona has been one of the best road teams in the National League, boasting a 13-10 away record. Their offense has been clicking, with Moreno tying a franchise record for most pitches seen in a single at-bat (16).
Los Angeles Dodgers
The Dodgers are in a rare slump, having lost four straight games, including a sweep at home by the Angels over the weekend. Despite the struggles, Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts provided some fireworks in Game 1, each hitting solo home runs to cut into Arizona’s lead.
Los Angeles remains first in the NL West, but their pitching staff has been decimated by injuries, with 15 players currently on the injured list. Freddie Freeman has been a bright spot, hitting .375 over his last 10 games, while Ohtani leads the team with 17 home runs.
Starting Pitchers
Arizona Diamondbacks: Corbin Burnes (3-1, 2.56 ERA)
Burnes has been one of the most consistent arms in Arizona’s rotation, allowing two or fewer earned runs in five of his last six starts. He’ll look to continue his dominance against a Dodgers lineup that has struggled in recent games.
Los Angeles Dodgers: Matt Sauer (1-0, 2.30 ERA)
Sauer has been solid in limited action, allowing just three earned runs across 11.2 innings. He’ll need to be sharp against a Diamondbacks lineup that has been aggressive early in games.
Key Matchups
Shohei Ohtani vs. Corbin Burnes
Ohtani has been Los Angeles’ biggest power threat, but he’ll face a tough challenge against Burnes, who has been dominant against right-handed hitters.
Gabriel Moreno vs. Dodgers’ Pitching
Moreno has been locked in, tying a franchise record for most pitches seen in a single at-bat. His ability to grind out at-bats could be crucial against Sauer.
Bullpen Battle
Arizona’s bullpen has been more reliable, while Los Angeles has struggled with late-game pitching. If this matchup is close late, the Diamondbacks have the edge.
Los Angeles has home-field advantage, but Arizona’s recent momentum and Burnes’ strong pitching make this a tough matchup. Expect a tight, high-scoring game, with the Dodgers having a slight edge.
Game Odds
Arizona Diamondbacks 9
Los Angeles Dodgers – 142
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, May 20, 2025
