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Los Angeles Dodgers vs Colorado Rockies Prediction 8/19/2026 Today’s MLB Picks

Apr 7, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN;  Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) hits a single against the Toronto Blue Jays in the third inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Apr 7, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) hits a single against the Toronto Blue Jays in the third inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

MATCHUP Los Angeles Dodgers Colorado Rockies
Team Records 76-51 50-76
Spread -1.5 -131 +1.5 109
Moneyline -197 +161
Total Over 11.5 (-105) Under 11.5 (-114)
Where Coors Field, Denver, Colorado
When Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Time 08:40 PM EDT
TV MLB.TV
The Los Angeles Dodgers and the Colorado Rockies will meet on Wednesday night in the final game of a three‑game National League West matchup at Coors Field in Denver, Colorado.

Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Preview

The Los Angeles Dodgers enter Wednesday’s contest with a 76–51 overall record (1st in the National League West) and a robust 39-25 mark on the road this season. The Dodgers offense has been outstanding to this point in the season. Los Angeles has compiled 634 runs scored (4th in MLB), 209 doubles, 164 home runs and a .259 team batting average which ranks second in Major League Baseball.  

The Dodgers arrive at today’s game in above average form. Los Angeles has won six of the team’s last nine games played this season, including an 11–5 victory over the Colorado Rockies two days ago.

Los Angeles will turn to right hander Roki Sasaki in this game. In 21 starts made this season, Sasaki has amassed a 5-5 win-loss record, a 4.46 ERA, a 1.29 ERA and 108 strikeouts in 111 innings pitched. Roki Sasaki arrives at this contest in good form, allowing two or fewer earned runs in five of his last six starts made in 2026. Sasaki will look to continue his recent quality performances on the mound in tonight’s matchup with the Colorado Rockies.

The Los Angeles Dodgers lineup features Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman. Ohtani enters this contest with 30 home runs, 80 RBIs, and a .951 OPS (6th in MLB). Freddie Freeman has compiled a .304 batting average, 15 home runs, 60 RBIs and an .845 OPS.                         

Colorado Rockies Betting Preview

The Colorado Rockies enter Wednesday night’s matchup with a 50–76 overall record (5th in the National League West) and a 27–34 mark at home. Colorado has played subpar baseball recently, losing three of the team’s last four games, including a 7-1 loss to the San Francisco Giants four days ago.

Colorado will start left hander Kyle Freeland in tonight’s game. In 22 starts made in 2026, Freeland has tallied a 4–10 record, a 6.27 ERA, a 1.44 WHIP and 98 strikeouts in 120.2 innings pitched. Freeland arrives at this contest in above average form, allowing one run or fewer in three of his last four starts made this season.  

The Colorado Rockies lineup features first baseman TJ Rumfield and catcher Hunter Goodman. TJ Rumfield enters this contest with a .295 batting average (11th in MLB), 13 home runs, 45 walks, 59 RBIs and an .827 OPS. Hunter Goodman has amassed a team leading 34 home runs (5th in MLB), 69 RBIs and an .861 OPS.                                              

Why the Los Angeles Dodgers will win.

 • Offensive firepower. Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman continue to lead the Dodgers lineup.

• Starting pitching. In 21 starts made this season, Rosi Sasaki has amassed a 5-5 win-loss record, a 4.46 ERA, a 1.29 ERA and 108 strikeouts in 111 innings pitched.

• Current form. The Los Angeles Dodgers have won six of the team’s last nine games.  

Why the Colorado Rockies will win.

 • Home field edge. Colorado has played competitive baseball at Coors Field this season.

• Offensive balance. TJ Rumfield and Hunter Goodman Brenton Doyle provide a strong core to the Rockies lineup.

• Starting pitching. In 22 starts made in 2026, Kyle Freeland has tallied a 4–10 record, a 6.27 ERA, a 1.44 WHIP and 98 strikeouts in 120.2 innings pitched.  

Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Colorado Rockies Prediction

In my opinion, this matchup favors the Los Angeles Dodgers. Why?  The Dodgers arrive at this contest in good overall form, winning six of the team’s last nine games, while the Rockies have struggled recently, losing three of the team’s last four games. Additionally, the Dodgers have played exceptional baseball away from home, compiling a 39-25 road record. With that said, I am backing the Los Angeles Dodgers on the moneyline in this game.

Hans Geevers's Pick: Los Angeles Dodgers ML

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