Pick details
| MATCHUP | Los Angeles Dodgers | Philadelphia Phillies |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 63-38 | 56-45 |
| Spread | +1.5 -193 | -1.5 158 |
| Moneyline | +102 | -123 |
| Total | Over 9 (-102) | Under 9 (-119) |
| Where | Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | |
| When | Tuesday, July 21, 2026 | |
| Time | 06:40 PM EDT | |
| TV | MLB.TV | |
The Los Angeles Dodgers and the Philadelphia Phillies will meet on Tuesday night in the second game of a three‑game National League series at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Preview
The Los Angeles Dodgers enter Tuesday’s contest with a 63–38 overall record (1st in the National League West) and a 32–19 mark on the road. The Dodgers offense has been exceptional to this point in the season. Through 101 games played in 2026, Los Angeles has compiled 517 runs scored (3rd in MLB), 167 doubles, 129 home runs (7th in MLB) and a .259 team batting average which ranks second in Major League Baseball.
The Dodgers arrive at tomorrow night’s game in below average form. More specifically, Los Angeles has lost two consecutive games, including a 2–1 loss to the New York Yankees last week.
Los Angeles will turn to left hander Eric Lauer in this contest. In twelve starts made this season, Lauer has compiled a 4–5 win‑loss record, a 4.81 ERA, a 1.28 WHIP and 47 strikeouts, while allowing 71 hits and 27 walks in 76.2 innings pitched. Lauer will look to stabilize his performance from the first half of the 2026 MLB regular season in tomorrow’s matchup with the Philadelphia Phillies.
The Los Angeles Dodgers lineup features outfielder Andy Pages and designated hitter Shohei Ohtani. Pages enters this contest with a .266 batting average, 17 home runs, 67 RBIs (8th in MLB) and a .797 OPS. Shohei Ohtani has tallied a .290 batting average (16th in MLB, 17 home runs, 6 stolen bases, 60 RBIs and a .938 OPS which ranks sixth in Major League Baseball.
Philadelphia Phillies Betting Preview
The Philadelphia Phillies enter Tuesday night’s matchup with a 55–45 overall record (2nd in the National League East) and a 26–23 mark at home. Philadelphia has played competitive baseball recently, winning four of the team’s last six games, including a 6–1 victory over the New York Mets two days ago.
Philadelphia will start right hander Zack Wheeler in tomorrow’s game. In fifteen starts made this season, Wheeler has compiled a 10–1 record, a 2.13 ERA, a 0.89 WHIP and 108 strikeouts, while allowing 61 hits and 22 walks in 93 innings pitched. Wheeler has pitched well recently, allowing one or fewer earned runs in two consecutive starts made in 2026.
The Phillies lineup features first baseman Bryce Harper and outfielder Brandon Marsh. Bryce Harper enters this contest with a .258 batting average, 21 home runs, 18 doubles, 62 walks, 60 RBIs and an .862 OPS. Brandon Marsh has amassed a .293 batting average (13th in MLB), 16 home runs, 47 RBIs and an .819 OPS.
Why the Los Angeles Dodgers will win.
• Offensive firepower. Shohei Ohtani and Andy Pages continue to anchor the Dodgers lineup.
• Ability to win on the road. The Los Angeles Dodgers have amassed a robust 32-19 record away from home.
• Motivation factor. Los Angeles arrives at this contest on the heels of a two-game losing streak.
Why the Philadelphia Phillies will win.
• Elite starting pitching. Zack Wheeler has compiled a 10–1 record, a 2.13 ERA, a 0.89 WHIP and 108 strikeouts, while allowing 61 hits and 22 walks in 93 innings pitched
• Home field edge. Philadelphia has played competitive baseball at Citizens Bank Park this season.
• Offensive production. Bryce Harper and Brandon provide a strong core to the Phillies lineup.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Philadelphia Phillies Prediction
In my opinion, this matchup favors the Philadelphia Phillies. Why? Philadelphia starting pitcher Zack Wheeler has pitched at a high level recently, allowing one or fewer earned runs in his last two starts made this season, while Los Angeles hurler Eric Lauer has been far more inconsistent in 2026 which is an issue when facing a formidable Philadelphia lineup. With that said, I am backing the Philadelphia Phillies on the moneyline in this game.
