On October 9, 2024, an exciting NL West showdown is set as the Los Angeles Dodgers take on the San Diego Padres at PETCO Park, starting at 9:08 PM under clear skies. The starting pitcher for the Dodgers has not yet been announced. Conversely, Dylan Cease will helm the mound for the Padres, boasting an ERA of 3.418.

The Dodgers lead the 2024 NL West Division with a robust record of 98 wins to 64 losses, a 0.60 winning percentage. They have performed exceptionally well both within the division (31-21) and in their recent games, with an 8-2 record in their last 10 outings, complemented by a five-game winning streak. Home and away records are equally impressive, standing at 52-29 at home and 46-35 on the road. Overall, they’ve scored 842 runs while allowing 686.

Meanwhile, the Padres are positioned fourth in the division with a record of 93 wins and 69 losses, a 0.57 winning percentage. Their division record is 27-25. The Padres have a mixed performance in their recent stint, with 7 wins in their last 10 games and a recent loss. At home, they’ve posted a 45-36 record, slightly better than their road performance of 48-33. They have scored 760 runs and conceded 669.

Looking at the odds for this matchup, the point spread is set at -1.5, favoring the Dodgers, with an over-under of 8.0 runs anticipated for the game. Betting lines are poised with the Dodgers at -147 as the away favorites while the Padres stand at 124, making this game a critical one for sports betting enthusiasts, particularly noting the strengths and vulnerabilities in both teams’ lineups.