Dodgers vs. Padres Prediction, Picks and Odds

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Dodgers vs. Padres MLB game on May 18, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Dodgers
Yoshinobu Yamamoto 3-3, 3.60 ERA
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Padres
Michael King 3-2, 2.63 ERA
Petco Park
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Dodgers
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0
Padres
1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 1 4 1
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Dodgers
    0%
  • Padres
    100%
Win Probability
Baseball infield diamond diagram
Last At Bat
Outs
Andy Pages hits into a force out to shortstop. Alex Call out at third.
Quick Box Score
Dodgers Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 S. Ohtani DH3020010.6671.417
2 M. Betts SS4010000.2500.500
3 A. Call PR0000000.0000.000
4 K. Tucker RF3000011.0000.250
5 W. Smith C4000002.0000.000
6 M. Muncy 3B4000003.0000.000
7 A. Pages CF4010001.2500.500
8 T. Hernández LF3000000.0000.000
9 H. Kim 2B2010011.5001.167
Padres Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 F. Tatis RF4010001.2500.500
2 M. Andujar DH4121100.5001.750
3 T. France 1B0000000.0000.000
4 M. Machado 3B2000012.0000.333
5 X. Bogaerts SS3010001.3330.666
6 J. Merrill CF3000000.0000.000
7 S. Song 2B0000000.0000.000
8 R. Laureano LF3000001.0000.000
9 R. Durán C2000010.0000.333

Dodgers vs. Padres: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup Overview

  • Teams: Dodgers vs. Padres
  • Date: Monday, May 18, 2026
  • Time: 9:40 PM ET
  • Venue: Petco Park

Current Betting Odds

  • Spread: Dodgers favored at -1.5
  • Total (Over/Under): 7.5
  • Moneyline Odds: Dodgers 57¢, Padres 44¢

Dimers' Win Probabilities

  • Dodgers: 56%
  • Padres: 44%

Dimers' predictive model, renowned for its accuracy, assesses each team's chances by simulating the outcome of the game 10,000 times. This method provides a precise and unbiased view.

Our Prediction: Who Wins?

After extensive simulations, our model gives the Dodgers a win probability of 56%, while the Padres have a win probability of 44%. Discover the best spread, over/under, and moneyline odds for the game on this page.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Dodgers are more likely to beat the Padres in the MLB game at Petco Park on Tuesday. Discover the best spread, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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