Dodgers vs. Pirates Prediction: Can the Dodgers Continue Their Dominance?
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The Dodgers have been one of the most dominant teams in baseball this season, with a record of 93-40. They have won their last five games and are currently on a 10-game winning streak. The Pirates, on the other hand, have struggled this season, with a record of 55-78. They have lost their last three games and are currently on a five-game losing streak.
Head-to-Head Matchup
The Dodgers have a 9-4 record against the Pirates this season. They have won the last three meetings between the two teams. The Pirates have not beaten the Dodgers since May 15th.
Pitching Matchup
The Dodgers will start Julio Urias in this game. Urias is 19-3 this season with a 2.19 ERA. The Pirates will start JT Brubaker in this game. Brubaker is 3-11 this season with a 5.21 ERA.
Bullpen Matchup
The Dodgers have one of the best bullpens in baseball, with a 2.89 ERA. The Pirates have a weaker bullpen, with a 4.56 ERA.
Offense
The Dodgers have a powerful offense, led by Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman, and Trea Turner. The Pirates have a weaker offense, led by Ke'Bryan Hayes and Oneil Cruz.
Defense
The Dodgers have a good defense, with a .986 fielding percentage. The Pirates have a weaker defense, with a .979 fielding percentage.
Prediction
The Dodgers are the clear favorites in this game. They have a better record, a better pitching matchup, a better bullpen, a better offense, and a better defense. The Pirates are a good team, but they are not at the same level as the Dodgers. I predict that the Dodgers will win this game easily.
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