by The Houston Astros and Cam Smith head to Los Angeles to face Mookie Betts and the Dodgers on Saturday night, kicking off a highly anticipated three-game series at Dodger Stadium. Oddsmakers have the Dodgers as -183 favorites on the moneyline, with the Astros listed as +153 underdogs. The over/under for total runs is set at 9.
Here’s a complete look at the betting odds, predictions, and key player insights for this matchup:
Dodgers vs. Astros Game Information & Odds
When: Saturday, July 5, 2025, at 7:15 p.m. ET
Where: Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, California
| Favorite | Favorite Moneyline | Underdog Moneyline | Total | Over Odds | Under Odds | Run Line | Favorite RL Odds | Underdog RL Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodgers | -183 | +153 | 9 | -111 | -108 | -1.5 | +111 | -133 |
Dodgers vs. Astros Prediction
- Score Prediction: Dodgers 6, Astros 5
- Total Prediction: Over 9 runs
- Win Probability: Dodgers 53%, Astros 47%
Dodgers Betting Insights
- Los Angeles has won 66.7% (50 of 75) of games when favored this season.
- As favorites of -183 or more, they hold a 28-12 record.
- The implied win probability for the Dodgers based on the moneyline is 64.7%.
- The Dodgers have been hot, posting a 9-1 record as moneyline favorites in their last 10 games.
- Over their last 10 games, the Dodgers hit the over three times.
- Los Angeles is 7-3 against the spread (ATS) in their last 10 games.
Astros Betting Insights
- Houston has 14 wins in 25 games as underdogs this season.
- As underdogs of +153 or greater, they are 1-0 this year.
- The implied win probability for Houston is 39.5%.
- In their last 10 games, the Astros are 4-6 ATS and 4-6 on over/unders.
- The Astros have been on a roll overall, winning 8 of their last 10 games.
Dodgers Player Highlights
- Shohei Ohtani: Leads the team with 30 home runs (3rd in MLB), hitting .284 with 56 RBIs.
- Mookie Betts: Batting .246 with 10 home runs and 35 walks.
- Andy Pages: Team-high 58 RBIs.
- Will Smith: Boasting a .324 average with a three-game hitting streak, hitting .250 with two homers and two RBIs over his last five games.
Astros Player Highlights
- Isaac Paredes: Team leader with 17 homers and 47 RBIs (22nd in MLB for home runs).
- Jose Altuve: Batting .262 with 13 home runs and 11 doubles.
- Jake Meyers: Hitting .304 with 14 doubles and 26 walks.
- Cam Smith: Batting .291 with 14 doubles, two triples, and seven homers.
Final Thoughts
While the Dodgers enter as favorites, the Astros’ recent form and strong lineup could make this a competitive matchup. With both teams featuring explosive hitters and solid pitching, expect a high-scoring contest that edges just over the 9-run total.
