Los Angeles @ San Diego Picks & Props

Ryan O'Hearn's batting average talent is projected to be in the 93rd percentile according to the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Ryan O'Hearn is penciled in 4th in the lineup in this game. Petco Park has the shallowest centerfield dimensions in Major League Baseball. The weather report forecasts the 2nd-best pitching conditions on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. Ryan O'Hearn will have the benefit of the platoon advantage against Tyler Glasnow in today's matchup.

Will Smith projects as the 20th-best batter in the league, per the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Will Smith is projected to bat 3rd in the lineup in today's game. The weather report forecasts the 2nd-best pitching conditions on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. Will Smith will have the benefit of the platoon advantage against Nestor Cortes today. Will Smith hits a lot of his flyballs to center field (40.1% — 98th percentile) and sets up very well considering he'll be hitting out towards baseball's 2nd-shallowest CF fences in today's matchup.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Xander Bogaerts in the 95th percentile as it relates to his batting average ability. Xander Bogaerts is projected to hit 5th in the batting order in this game. The weather report forecasts the 2nd-best pitching conditions on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. Xander Bogaerts hits a high percentage of his flyballs to center field (39.1% — 90th percentile) and is fortunate to face the game's 2nd-shallowest CF fences today. The Los Angeles Dodgers outfield defense projects as the 7th-worst among every team in action today.

Petco Park has the shallowest centerfield dimensions in Major League Baseball. The weather report forecasts the 2nd-best pitching conditions on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. Buddy Kennedy will have the handedness advantage against Nestor Cortes in today's matchup. The San Diego Padres infield defense projects as the 3rd-worst out of every team on the slate today.

The weather report forecasts the 2nd-best pitching conditions on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. Batting from the opposite that Tyler Glasnow throws from, Gavin Sheets will have the upper hand in today's matchup. The Los Angeles Dodgers outfield defense projects as the 7th-worst among every team in action today. Home field advantage generally boosts batter stats in all categories, and Gavin Sheets will hold that advantage in today's matchup. Gavin Sheets has made notable strides with his Barrel% recently, improving his 9.9% seasonal rate to 18.2% in the last 7 days.

Fernando Tatis Jr. projects as the 8th-best hitter in baseball, via the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Fernando Tatis Jr. is projected to hit 1st on the lineup card today. The weather report forecasts the 2nd-best pitching conditions on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. Fernando Tatis Jr. hits many of his flyballs to center field (39.9% — 97th percentile) and will have a big advantage facing MLB's 2nd-shallowest CF fences today. The Los Angeles Dodgers outfield defense projects as the 7th-worst among every team in action today.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Manny Machado in the 96th percentile when it comes to his batting average talent. Manny Machado is projected to bat 3rd on the lineup card in today's game. The weather report forecasts the 2nd-best pitching conditions on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. Manny Machado hits many of his flyballs to center field (39.1% — 90th percentile) and sets up very well considering he'll be hitting out towards MLB's 2nd-shallowest CF fences in today's game. The Los Angeles Dodgers outfield defense projects as the 7th-worst among every team in action today.

According to the leading projection system (THE BAT X), Shohei Ohtani ranks as the 2nd-best batter in Major League Baseball. Shohei Ohtani is projected to bat 1st in the lineup today. The weather report forecasts the 2nd-best pitching conditions on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. Shohei Ohtani hits many of his flyballs to center field (38.6% — 81st percentile) and will have a big advantage facing baseball's 2nd-shallowest CF fences today. The San Diego Padres infield defense projects as the 3rd-worst out of every team on the slate today.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Jake Cronenworth in the 83rd percentile when assessing his overall offensive skill. Petco Park has the shallowest centerfield dimensions in Major League Baseball. The weather report forecasts the 2nd-best pitching conditions on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. Batting from the opposite that Tyler Glasnow throws from, Jake Cronenworth will have an advantage in today's game. The Los Angeles Dodgers outfield defense projects as the 7th-worst among every team in action today.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Ramon Laureano in the 86th percentile as it relates to his BABIP ability. Petco Park has the shallowest centerfield dimensions in Major League Baseball. The weather report forecasts the 2nd-best pitching conditions on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The Los Angeles Dodgers outfield defense projects as the 7th-worst among every team in action today. Home field advantage typically bolsters hitter stats across the board, and Ramon Laureano will hold that advantage in today's game.

The leading projection system (THE BAT) projects Petco Park as the 9th-worst venue in the majors for left-handed batting average. Built just 14 feet above sea level, Petco Park has one of the lowest altitudes in the league, which tends to lead to lower offensive output. Luis Arraez's average exit velocity has decreased of late; his 85.7-mph seasonal EV has decreased to 83.5-mph over the last 7 days. Luis Arraez's exit velocity on flyballs has dropped off this season; his 87.9-mph figure last year has dropped to 85.6-mph. Luis Arraez has had positive variance on his side thus far when it comes to with his wOBA this year; his .314 mark is significantly inflated relative to his .295 Expected wOBA, based on the leading projection system (THE BAT X)'s interpretation of Statcast data.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Teoscar Hernandez in the 96th percentile when assessing his BABIP skill. Teoscar Hernandez is projected to bat 5th on the lineup card today. The weather report forecasts the 2nd-best pitching conditions on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. Teoscar Hernandez will receive the benefit of the platoon advantage against Nestor Cortes in today's matchup. The San Diego Padres infield defense projects as the 3rd-worst out of every team on the slate today.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Andy Pages in the 84th percentile when assessing his batting average skill. Petco Park has the shallowest centerfield dimensions in Major League Baseball. The weather report forecasts the 2nd-best pitching conditions on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. Andy Pages will have the handedness advantage against Nestor Cortes today. The San Diego Padres infield defense projects as the 3rd-worst out of every team on the slate today.

When estimating his batting average ability, Freddie Freeman is projected as the 17th-best batter in the league by the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Freddie Freeman is projected to bat 4th in the batting order in today's game. Petco Park has the shallowest centerfield dimensions in Major League Baseball. The weather report forecasts the 2nd-best pitching conditions on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The San Diego Padres infield defense projects as the 3rd-worst out of every team on the slate today.

As it relates to his overall offensive skill, Mookie Betts ranks in the 93rd percentile according to the leading projections (THE BAT X). Mookie Betts is projected to bat 2nd on the lineup card in this matchup. The weather report forecasts the 2nd-best pitching conditions on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. Batting from the opposite that Nestor Cortes throws from, Mookie Betts will have an edge today. Mookie Betts hits a lot of his flyballs to center field (39.4% — 94th percentile) and will have a big advantage facing MLB's 2nd-shallowest CF fences in today's game.

The weather report forecasts the 2nd-best pitching conditions on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. Alex Call will have the handedness advantage over Nestor Cortes today. The San Diego Padres infield defense projects as the 3rd-worst out of every team on the slate today. Alex Call has made notable strides with his Barrel% recently, bettering his 4.9% seasonal rate to 12.5% in the last 7 days. In terms of plate discipline, Alex Call's talent is quite impressive, posting a 1.41 K/BB rate this year while checking in at in the 92nd percentile.

The weather report forecasts the 2nd-best pitching conditions on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. Freddy Fermin hits a lot of his flyballs to center field (38.7% — 83rd percentile) and sets up very well considering he'll be hitting out towards the league's 2nd-shallowest CF fences in today's matchup. The Los Angeles Dodgers outfield defense projects as the 7th-worst among every team in action today. Home field advantage typically improves hitter stats in all categories, and Freddy Fermin will hold that advantage in today's matchup. Compared to his seasonal average of 13.3°, Freddy Fermin has significantly improved his launch angle of late, posting a 23.8° figure over the past 7 days.

Petco Park has the shallowest centerfield dimensions in Major League Baseball. The weather report forecasts the 2nd-best pitching conditions on the slate, as it relates to temperature and humidity. Miguel Rojas will hold the platoon advantage against Nestor Cortes in today's game. The San Diego Padres infield defense projects as the 3rd-worst out of every team on the slate today. Miguel Rojas has seen a notable improvement in his exit velocity on flyballs this season; just compare his 89.9-mph average to last year's 86.6-mph EV.

Elias Diaz has gone over 0.5 in 2 of his last 10 games.

Alex Freeland has gone over 0.5 in 3 of his last 10 games.