Mark your calendars for a thrilling Major League Baseball showdown as the Los Angeles Dodgers take on the San Diego Padres at PETCO Park on May 12, 2024, starting at 4:10 PM. The forecast predicts broken clouds, setting the stage for an exciting game.

Walker Buehler will lead the pitching for the Dodgers, entering the game with a 6.750 ERA. Facing him from the mound for the Padres will be Yu Darvish, who boasts a 2.941 ERA. As things stand, the Dodgers are in second place in the 2024 NL West Division, sporting a robust 27-14 record, which translates to a .660 winning percentage. They lead the division games with an 8-5 record. Their performance has been strong lately, with eight wins in their last ten matchups and a current streak of one win. The Dodgers have shown resilience both at home and on the road with records of 15-8 and 12-6, respectively.

On the other side, the Padres find themselves in the sixth spot with a balanced 21-21 record, a .500 winning percentage. Their division performance has them placed second with 11-10. Recently, they have secured seven victories out of their last ten games but are currently on a one-loss streak. At home, the Padres have struggled slightly with a 9-13 record, whereas their road performance appears stronger at 12-8.

From a betting perspective, the Dodgers are slightly favored with the game’s PointSpread set at 1.5 and an OverUnder of 8.5 runs reflecting expectation for a moderately high-scoring game. The odds have the Dodgers at -130, suggesting their likelihood of winning, while the Padres stand at +109, offering a good opportunity for those looking for betting on the underdog. These odds indicate a tight contest, promising an engaging game for the fans and bettors alike.