The Los Angeles Dodgers and Tampa Bay Rays conclude their three-game series on Sunday, both teams having secured a victory in the matchup so far. Tampa Bay earned a commanding 4-0 win in the previous game. For the final game, the Dodgers will send Yoshinobu Yamamoto to the mound, holding a record of 9-7 and an impressive ERA of 2.63. The Rays counter with Joe Boyle, who has a record of 1-1 and a 2.82 ERA.
First pitch at Steinbrenner Field is scheduled for 12:10 p.m. ET. The Dodgers are the favorites at -185 according to the latest odds from DraftKings Sportsbook, while the Rays are seen as the underdogs at +151. The over/under for total runs is set at 8.5. Prior to placing wagers on the game, bettors are encouraged to consult the MLB betting predictions from SportsLine’s advanced modeling, which has shown strong returns this season.
The SportsLine Projection Model runs simulations for every MLB game 10,000 times. As of Week 19 in the 2025 MLB season, it has a track record of 27-22 on its top-rated money-line picks and has demonstrated success with home run prop bets.
Among the top recommended bets for the Dodgers vs. Rays on Sunday are:
1. Shohei Ohtani Over 1.5 total bases (-125): Currently second in the majors for home runs and with a strong OPS, Ohtani has exceeded the total bases line in nine of his last 15 games.
2. Brandon Lowe Over 0.5 hits (-160): With a solid batting average and consistent performance, Lowe’s over/under for hits is set low, making the over likely given his recent form.
3. Yoshinobu Yamamoto Over 6.5 strikeouts (+120): As the team leader in strikeouts, Yamamoto has been performing well, going over this strikeout line in four of his last five outings.
Fans eagerly anticipate the conclusion of this series, hoping for another thrilling match. The teams have showcased their talent and resilience throughout this series, setting the stage for an exciting finale.