Shohei Ohtani’s stepping onto the field as a Los Angeles Dodger for the first time is kinda huge. It’s happening in Seoul, South Korea, of all places. They’re kicking off the 2024 Major League Baseball season against the San Diego Padres. Yeah, you heard that right. It’s the talk of the town, or rather, the entire baseball world. The Dodgers snagged Ohtani with a jaw-dropping $700 million deal for ten years. That’s a lot of zeroes.
But here’s the kicker: Ohtani won’t be pitching this season. Remember that UCL surgery last September? He’s on DH duties instead. The game on Wednesday is just the start of the Seoul Series – a head-to-head with the Padres. Tyler Glasnow’s taking the mound for the Dodgers, with Yu Darvish up for the Padres. And it’s an early one, folks – first pitch at 6:05 a.m. ET.
The Dodgers are the favorites, with odds sitting at -200. On the flip side, the Padres are at +166. And if you’re into betting, the over/under for runs is 8.5. Before you place any bets, though, you might wanna check out what SportsLine’s Projection Model’s got to say. It’s pretty sharp.
Why you should back the Dodgers
Mookie Betts? The guy’s on fire. Hitting .417 in spring training and coming off a season with 39 homers. Plus, the Dodgers’ lineup is stacked. But the Padres’ bullpen? They’ve seen better days, especially after losing Josh Hader and Steven Wilson.
Why you should back the Padres
Yu Darvish has a knack for silencing the Dodgers, boasting a 1.98 ERA against them last season. And keep an eye on Jackson Merrill. The kid’s only 20 and already turning heads with his .351 batting average in spring training.
How to make Dodgers vs. Padres picks
The SportsLine model’s hinting at a high-scoring game, predicting over 9 runs. And it’s got a favorite for the money line too. Curious? Check out SportsLine for the full scoop.
So, who’s gonna clinch the first win of the 2024 MLB season? Dodgers or Padres? For all the details and predictions, SportsLine’s your go-to. They’ve got a track record of nailing these picks.
