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Dodgers vs Giants: Betting Preview & Props (Sep 12)
Last updated: September 12, 2025Game Time: 9/12, 10:15PM
Today's Setup
Tonight's matchup features the Los Angeles Dodgers visiting the San Francisco Giants in an NL West showdown. With the Dodgers entering as a -163 favorite and the Giants as a +133 underdog, 76% of the betting money is backing Los Angeles. Both teams will rely on their ace pitchers to guide them through the evening.
Rotation Report
Pitching Matchup: Yoshinobu Yamamoto (LAD) vs Justin Verlander (SF)
Yoshinobu Yamamoto (LAD):
- Four-Seam Fastball (36% usage, 95.3 mph)
- Splitter (25% usage, 90.9 mph)
- Curveball (17% usage, 76.8 mph)
- Cutter (11% usage, 91.1 mph)
- Sinker (7% usage, 94.7 mph)
- Slider (3% usage, 86.5 mph)
Yamamoto is a versatile pitcher with a mix of velocity and movement, making him a challenge for any lineup. The Giants' lineup averages .250 this season with a projected xBA of .244 against Yamamoto's diverse arsenal.
Justin Verlander (SF):
- Four-Seam Fastball (46% usage, 94.1 mph)
- Slider (23% usage, 87.4 mph)
- Curveball (15% usage, 78.7 mph)
- Changeup (9% usage, 84.8 mph)
- Sweeper (7% usage, 80.6 mph)
- Sinker (0% usage, 93.3 mph)
Verlander continues to be a power pitcher, relying heavily on his fastball and slider. The Dodgers' lineup averages .271 this season but is projected to hit only .255 against Verlander's potent mix.
Batting Edges vs Arsenal
Lineup Matchups & Batting Edges
For Dodgers vs Verlander:
- The Dodgers lineup averages .271 this season but projects to .255 against Verlander's arsenal.
- Biggest Increase: Mookie Betts: Season BA .260 → xBA vs arsenal .281 (+21 points), Season K% 9.9% → Arsenal K% 10.8% (+0.9%)
- Biggest Decrease: Freddie Freeman: Season BA .292 → xBA vs arsenal .261 (-31 points), Season K% 20.7% → Arsenal K% 17.6% (-3.1%)
For Giants vs Yamamoto:
- The Giants lineup averages .251 this season but projects to .244 against Yamamoto's arsenal.
- Biggest Increase: Drew Gilbert: Season BA .231 → xBA vs arsenal .312 (+81 points), Season K% 15.9% → Arsenal K% 6.2% (-9.7%)
- Biggest Decrease: Heliot Ramos: Season BA .265 → xBA vs arsenal .182 (-83 points), Season K% 23.1% → Arsenal K% 36.7% (+13.6%)
Contact vs Strikeout Profile
Strikeout Risks & Rewards
- The Dodgers' projected K-rate is 23.5% vs Verlander — up 2.8% from their 20.7% season average.
- The Giants' projected K-rate is 24.2% vs Yamamoto — up 2.0% from their 22.2% season average.
Umpire Influence
Behind the Plate: Umpire assignment has not been announced, which makes prop volatility a concern.
What to Bet On
📢 Prop Alert: Drew Gilbert (.231 → .312, +81 points) meets betting lean criteria!
No significant pitcher strikeout prop opportunities meet our criteria in this matchup.
🔑 Key Takeaways
- Mookie Betts and Drew Gilbert offer the most significant batting advantages against today's pitching matchups.
- The Dodgers and Giants show slight increases in strikeout rates, but not enough for a strong K-prop lean.
- Umpire assignment is still pending, adding potential volatility to prop bets.
- Overall, Drew Gilbert is a standout batter for prop opportunities, while pitching props lack strong statistical backing.
🧠 FAQs
Q: Who is the best betting prop for the Dodgers vs Giants game? A: Drew Gilbert stands out with a projected xBA of .312, surpassing our betting lean criteria.
Q: Is the umpire a pitcher-friendly umpire? A: Umpire assignment is TBA, leaving tendencies unknown.
Q: What time is the Dodgers vs Giants game? A: The game is scheduled for 9/12 at 10:15PM.
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