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Irvin’s Previous Success at Dodger Stadium
Washington right-hander Jake Irvin will look to recreate the magic of April 17, 2024, when he went six scoreless innings with six strikeouts at Dodger Stadium en route to a 2–0 Nationals victory. That outing marked the first of his career-high 10 wins last season, and Irvin will aim to tap into that same form on Saturday night.
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Nationals Seeking to End 12-Game Slide
Irvin enters Saturday’s start with a 5–3 record and a 4.23 ERA but has struggled since delivering eight scoreless innings against the Giants on May 24; over his last four starts he’s 1–2 with a 6.86 ERA. Meanwhile, Washington has dropped 12 of its past 13 games and desperately needs a spark to avoid digging a deeper hole. For expert recommendations on how to wager on this pivotal outing, check out our MLB picks.
Dodgers Ride High Behind Dustin May
Los Angeles has won six of its last seven games and will counter with right-hander Dustin May (4–4, 4.46 ERA). May earned his first win in three starts by allowing three runs on six hits and four walks over six innings of a 5–4 victory against the Giants on Sunday. You can read more in our detailed MLB previews to see how May’s arsenal matches up against Washington’s hitters.
Lineup Adjustments and Offensive Firepower
The Dodgers have leaned on their offense to fuel recent wins. Andy Pages, who now boasts 15 home runs, and Enrique Hernández each collected two hits on Friday, while Miguel Rojas supplied a two-run homer in a spot start. Saturday’s expected return of Freddie Freeman and Max Muncy will only bolster Los Angeles’s firepower. For a deeper look at how these lineup tweaks impact the run line and money line, explore our expert betting guide.
Managerial Notes and Series Outlook
Dave Roberts returns to the dugout after serving a one-game suspension, and Nationals skipper Dave Martinez hopes Irvin’s outing can arrest Washington’s slide. If you’re ready to lock in your move, visit our buy picks page and be sure to follow our leaderboard of top handicappers to see which experts are leading the pack this season.
