Los Angeles Dodgers vs Arizona Diamondbacks Prediction - 9/24/2025
Updated June 8, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers and Arizona Diamondbacks will play the second game of a three-game series on Wednesday. This is a big game for both teams and will impact the results of both the National League West race and the NL Wild Card race as well. Before these postseason contenders take the field, continue reading to see what my Dodgers vs Diamondbacks prediction is for tonight.
Blake Snell has been one of the Dodgers’ more consistent arms this season. He has a 2.44 ERA across his starts in 2025. Coming into this game, he offers a high-ceiling lefty option for Los Angeles. Ryne Nelson has quietly been solid for Arizona, with a 3.34 ERA and 123 strikeouts. He’s not as flashy as Snell, but he gives Arizona a chance to keep the game close.
The bullpen for both sides is under stress. The Dodgers’ relief corps recently blew a 4-0 lead on Tuesday night, while Arizona’s pen has had its share of late-game issues during their wild-card push. The ability to hold leads late will be critical.
The Dodgers, while leading their division, have left the door open for the San Diego Padres late in the season. The Dodgers have lost two games in a row and are just 1.5 games ahead of San Diego in the division title race. Arizona suddenly has life in its Wild Card chase after winning three games in a row. They are just a game back of the New York Mets for the final playoff spot in the NL.
Player | Prop |
|---|---|
Shohei Ohtani | Under 1.5 Total Bases |
Teoscar Hernández | Under 1.5 Total Bases |
Ryne Nelson | Over 5.5 Strikeouts |
Score Projection: Dodgers 5 – Diamondbacks 6
Win Probability: Dodgers 48%, Diamondbacks 52%
The Diamondbacks need to keep winning if they want to play baseball in October. Fortunately for them, I think they will get a win tonight to keep the pressure on the Mets and Reds in the Wild Card chase. Los Angeles' spot in the playoffs is secure, even if their grip on the NL West title is not. And the difference in sense of urgency should be one of the things that helps the Diamondbacks get to Snell and get a win.
