Los Angeles Dodgers vs Los Angeles Angels Betting Pick & Prediction for 5/17
The Los Angeles Dodgers visit the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. The game is part of the MLB regular season. It will take place on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 4:07 PM.
The Dodgers have a record of 27-18 and are first in their division. They are on a three-game winning streak. The Angels have a record of 16-29 and are fifth in their division. They have lost their last four games.
Los Angeles Dodgers Team Preview
The Los Angeles Dodgers have shown strong performance in recent games. They secured a 6-0 victory against the Los Angeles Angels on May 15th. Max Muncy, Teoscar Hernández, and Andy Pages each hit home runs in that game, showcasing their power at the plate.
In their game against the San Francisco Giants on May 14th, the Dodgers won 5-2. Emmet Sheehan pitched six innings, allowing only two hits and striking out six. Teoscar Hernández had three hits, including two doubles, contributing to the team’s offense.
On May 13th, the Dodgers defeated the Giants 4-0, with Shohei Ohtani delivering an impressive performance. Ohtani pitched seven innings, allowing no runs and striking out eight. Mookie Betts and Santiago Espinal each hit a home run, adding to the team’s solid performance.
Dodgers vs Angels Game Day Info
- Sport: MLB
- Teams: Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Los Angeles Angels
- Venue: Angel Stadium of Anaheim in Anaheim, CA
- Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026
- Betting Odds: Dodgers Moneyline -144, Angels Moneyline +120
Los Angeles Angels Team Preview
The Los Angeles Angels have faced some challenges in their recent games. They lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers on May 15th, with a score of 6-0. The Angels managed only two hits, and starting pitcher Jack Kochanowicz gave up six earned runs over six innings.
On May 13th, the Angels played against the Cleveland Guardians and lost 4-2. Reid Detmers was the starting pitcher, allowing three earned runs in 5 2/3 innings. Zach Neto was a standout in this game, hitting a home run and driving in two runs.
The Angels achieved a win on May 10th against the Toronto Blue Jays with a 6-1 score. José Soriano pitched well, allowing only one earned run in 7 2/3 innings. Jo Adell made a significant impact, hitting two home runs and driving in two runs.
BTB Betting Pick
The Dodgers are favored to win with a moneyline of -144. They have strong hitting stats, ranking second in batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging percentage. Their pitching also ranks high with a 3.29 ERA, making them a solid pick to win against the Angels, who have a moneyline of +120.
The total for the game is set at 9.5 runs. The Dodgers’ pitching ranks fourth in ERA and second in batting average against, which could limit the Angels’ scoring. The projected score is Dodgers 5, Angels 3, suggesting the under 9.5 at -117 is a reasonable pick.