Dodgers Game Updates vs Angels: Tony Gonsolin Makes Final Start of the First Half
The Dodgers are coming off a series win over the Pirates and looking to end the first half of the season on a positive note with a two game series with the Angels at Dodger Stadium. Julio Urias got his season on track on Thursday with 6 solid innings in a win and the Dodgers will be looking for the same from Tony Gonsolin (4-3 3.69 ERA) who has been a bit uneven in his last 5 starts.
The Angels counter with RHP Griffin Canning (6-3, 4.29 ERA).
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Here’s a look at the lineup the Dodgers are sending out against Phil Nevin’s Halos.
Are the Dodgers beating the Angels with this lineup tonight? pic.twitter.com/AIgfaPHEzH
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NL All Star Will Smith is back in the lineup after a night off. Mookie Betts stays in the infield and gives the struggling Miguel Vargas another game off at second base. Otherwise no surprises one through nine in the order.
Here’s all the important betting information and full stats for Friday’s game:
Full Lineups, Betting Odds and More Stats
Pitching Matchup
Tony Gonsolin has struggled over his last 5 starts, giving up 24 hits and 18 earned runs over 25.1 innings pitched. The Cat Man has been passable at Dodger Stadium this season, posting a 4.18 ERA over 32.1 innings. He’s been solid against the Angels in the past, going 2-0 with a 2.92 ERA in 2 previous starts.
Griffin Canning is coming off a rough start in Arizona (5 ER, 6 IP) but for the most part has been one of the better pitchers on the Halos’ staff this season. He’s 1-0 with a 3.09 ERA in 2 previous starts against the Dodgers.
How To Watch the Dodgers Game Today
First pitch today is set for 7:10 p.m. PT with the broadcast on SportsNet LA. You can listen on AM570 LA Sports Radio or KTNQ1020 in Spanish.
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