On the evening of May 31, 2024, Major League Baseball sees the Colorado Rockies going head to head with the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium, scheduled for a 10:10 pm start. Expect clear skies enhancing what promises to be an enthralling encounter.
Dakota Hudson will take the pitcher’s mound for the Rockies, sporting a 5.543 ERA. His counterpart, Walker Buehler of the Dodgers, holds a more favorable ERA at 4.263. In the competitive 2024 NL West Division landscape, the Rockies are currently near the bottom at 14th place, maintaining a 20-35 record, which reflects a .36 win percentage. Contrastingly, the Dodgers are performing well, positioned 2nd with a commendable 36-22 record and a .62 winning percentage.
Examining their recent trajectories, the Rockies have grabbed 5 wins in their last 10 outings and are coming off a victory, yet they struggle on the road with a 7-21 record. On the Dodgers’ side, they are on a winning streak with 3 consecutive wins and an impressive home record of 19-11.
From a betting perspective, the game offers intriguing odds. The point spread is set at -1.5 in favor of the Dodgers, indicating expectation of a win by at least 2 runs. The over/under for the game is placed at 8.5, suggesting a relatively moderate scoring game. For those betting on the outcome, the Dodgers are heavy favorites with a money line of -308, reflecting their stronger season performance, while the Rockies sit at +251, presenting a significant underdog bet.
In terms of performance statistics this season, the Dodgers have scored 288 runs and allowed 206, showcasing a robust offensive and defensive lineup. The Rockies, meanwhile, have struggled more significantly, with 233 runs scored and 308 allowed.