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Prediction: Arizona Diamondbacks VS Los Angeles Dodgers 2025-05-21 22

Published May 21, 2025, 11:24 p.m. · MLB

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Prediction:  Arizona Diamondbacks VS Los Angeles Dodgers 2025-05-21 22

The battle for the West Coast supremacy is on. The Los Angeles Dodgers, led by the unstoppable Shohei Ohtani, are looking to take down the Arizona Diamondbacks and solidify their lead in the series. But don't count out the D-Backs just yet, folks. They've got some firepower of their own, courtesy of Geraldo Perdomo and his 13 doubles, 6 home runs, and 37 RBIs.

Now, let's get to the juicy stuff. The Dodgers are favored to win, with odds ranging from 1.9 to 2.05 across various bookmakers. But I'm not buying it. The Diamondbacks have been the underdog 16 times this season and have come out on top 8 times. That's a 50% success rate, baby!

Dustin May is taking the mound for the Dodgers, while Corbin Burnes will be throwing for the D-Backs. Both pitchers have been solid, but I think Burnes has the edge here.

My best bet for this game is the Arizona Diamondbacks +1.5. The odds are around 2.6 to 2.8, depending on the bookmaker. I think the D-Backs can keep it close, and with their recent history of upsetting the favorites, I'm willing to take a chance on them.

So, there you have it. The Dodgers may have the star power, but the Diamondbacks have the grit and determination. Take Arizona +1.5 and let's ride this underdog wave all the way to the bank.

Best Bet: Arizona Diamondbacks +1.5 (odds: 2.6 to 2.8)

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