Giants vs. Dodgers: MLB Prediction & Analysis

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Giants vs. Dodgers MLB game on Friday, September 18, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Giants
Cesar Perdomo 0-1, 3.68 ERA
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UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium
Dodgers
Tyler Glasnow 4-1, 3.50 ERA
UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium
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Giants
0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 5 0
Dodgers
1 0 0 0 1 1 0 5 X 8 11 0
Live Probabilities
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  • Giants
    0%
  • Dodgers
    100%
Win Probability
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Brett Harris strikes out swinging.
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Giants Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 O. Basabe 2B1000000.0000.000
2 T. Hill LF3000011.0000.250
3 J. Cox CF3011002.3330.666
4 J. H. Lee RF4111100.2501.250
5 G. McCray PH1000001.0000.000
6 A. Knizner C2010000.5001.000
7 B. Harris 1B4010002.2500.500
8 V. Bericoto DH1000000.0000.000
9 C. Koss SS3000002.0000.000
Dodgers Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 M. Betts SS4233210.7503.050
2 W. Smith C4111110.2501.400
3 T. Hernández LF5021001.4000.800
4 F. Freeman 1B4000002.0000.000
5 M. Muncy 3B2111100.5002.500
6 K. Tucker RF3221110.6672.417
7 E. Hernández CF4000001.0000.000
8 T. Edman 2B2000002.0000.000
9 J. De Paula DH3221010.6671.750

Giants vs. Dodgers: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: MLB Friday

  • Teams: San Francisco Giants vs. LA Dodgers Dodgers
  • Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
  • Time: 10:15PM ET
  • Venue: UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium

Current betting odds

  • Spread: Giants (+1.5, +122), Dodgers (-1.5, -127)
  • Moneyline: Giants +277, Dodgers -285
  • Total (Over/Under): 8.5 runs (+115/-117)

Dimers’ win probabilities

  • Giants: 28.9%
  • Dodgers: 71.1%

Dimers' predictive MLB 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 Giants a win probability of 28.9%, while the Dodgers have a win probability of 71.1%.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Dodgers are more likely to beat the Giants in the MLB game at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium on Friday. Discover the best run line, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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