Dodgers vs Diamondbacks Prediction 12 July 2026
📡 The Arizona Diamondbacks have taken the first two games of the series with scores of 9-3 and 9-2. The visitors have racked up 18 runs, quickly establishing commanding leads in both contests. The Los Angeles Dodgers have suffered back-to-back home defeats but still maintain the best record in the division. Emmet Sheehan and Mitch Bratt are slated to start in the series finale.
Head-to-Head
📊 The Los Angeles Dodgers have claimed victory in six of their last 10 head-to-head matchups, while the Arizona Diamondbacks have taken four. The two most recent encounters favored the visitors, with scores of 12 and 11 runs. In this season's four meetings, the teams have frequently surpassed the nine-run mark. The current series showcases a clear dominance of offensive plays.
Head-to-head statistics Dodgers - Diamondbacks
Los Angeles Dodgers Team Overview
The Dodgers boast a 61-35 record, yet they conceded 18 runs in two home games. Their starting pitching quickly lost control, and the offense couldn't catch up with the early deficit. Despite this, their roster remains one of the deepest in the league and is capable of bouncing back sharply after two lackluster performances. Facing the inexperienced Brett, the Dodgers should find more opportunities in the early innings.
Match Results: Los Angeles Dodgers
Arizona Diamondbacks Team Overview
Arizona have improved their record to 48-47, winning four games in a row. In the first two matchups of the series, they scored nine runs each, consistently capitalizing on the home team's pitching errors. The offense received contributions from various parts of the lineup and efficiently operated with runners on base. Now, Arizona face Sheehan, whose ERA also presents opportunities for their productive streak to continue.
Match Results: Arizona Diamondbacks
⚾ Starting Pitchers
For Los Angeles, Emmet Sheehan takes the mound. The right-hander holds a 4-6 record, a 4.91 ERA, and has struck out 86 batters. While capable of racking up strikeouts, he often increases his pitch count and doesn't always go deep into games. Against Arizona's surging offense, it's crucial for him to avoid an early big inning.
Arizona counters with Mitch Bratt. The left-hander is currently 0-0 with a 3.00 ERA and has recorded three strikeouts in limited action. His stats don't yet provide a clear picture of long-term stability. Facing the deep Dodgers lineup, there's a significant risk of an early call to the bullpen.
⭐ Editor's Prediction
The first two games of the series have produced 23 runs, and both offenses are set to face favorable starting pitching once again. Sheehan comes in with a 4.91 ERA, going up against a team that has scored nine runs in back-to-back games. Meanwhile, Brett, who lacks experience at this level, faces a challenging lineup from the hosts after two losses. The Dodgers need to be more aggressive offensively, while Arizona has already demonstrated their ability to consistently punish opposing pitching. Even if the game starts quietly, an early call to the bullpen could significantly boost scoring. For this matchup, we're betting on a total of over 9.5 runs.
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