Opening Day in Los Angeles brings a spotlight matchup as the Arizona Diamondbacks visit the defending back-to-back World Series champion Dodgers. With a proven ace on one side and a global superstar leading the other, this NL West clash sets the tone for what could be another dominant season in L.A.
Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers Game Info
- đź“Ť Location: Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, CA
- đź“… Date: Thursday, March 26
- ⏰ First Pitch: 8:30 PM ET
- đź“ş Broadcast: NBC, Peacock
- âšľ Probable Pitchers:
- Diamondbacks: Zac Gallen
- Dodgers: Yoshinobu Yamamoto
Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers Current Odds
With the Dodgers set as heavy favorites at Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook and Arizona aiming to play spoiler, this divisional matchup offers plenty of intrigue right out of the gate.
Odds are subject to change.
Market | Odds |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Dodgers -275, Diamondbacks +225 |
| Run Line | Dodgers -1.5 (-120), Diamondbacks +1.5 (+100) |
| Total (Runs) | Over 8.5 (-130), Under 8.5 (+110) |
This game offers an early look at how baseball betting lines are shaping up to start the 2026 season.
Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers Popular Player Props
With star power headlined by Shohei Ohtani and two frontline starters on the mound, this matchup features a wide variety of player prop markets across both pitching and offensive categories, including:
Home Run Props
- Shohei Ohtani: Over 0.5 (+170)
- Corbin Carroll: Over 0.5 (+375)
- Max Muncy: Over 0.5 (+375)
- Kyle Tucker: Over 0.5 (+425)
- Teoscar Hernandez: Over 0.5 (+425)
- Will Smith: Over 0.5 (+450)
- Freddie Freeman: Over 0.5 (+475)
- Ketel Marte: Over 0.5 (+475)
- Mookie Betts: Over 0.5 (+500)
- Andy Pages: Over 0.5 (+550)
- Geraldo Perdomo: Over 0.5 (+600)
- Gabriel Moreno: Over 0.5 (+650)
- Pavin Smith: Over 0.5 (+700)
- Nolan Arenado: Over 0.5 (+700)
- Carlos Santana: Over 0.5 (+750)
- Jordan Lawlar: Over 0.5 (+850)
- Alek Thomas: Over 0.5 (+900)
Hit Props
- Jordan Lawlar: Over 0.5 (-105), Under 0.5 (-125)
- Carlos Santana: Over 0.5 (-110), Under 0.5 (-120)
- Alek Thomas: Over 0.5 (-115), Under 0.5 (-115)
- Pavin Smith: Over 0.5 (-120), Under 0.5 (-110)
- Max Muncy: Over 0.5 (-160), Under 0.5 (+120)
- Nolan Arenado: Over 0.5 (-175), Under 0.5 (+130)
- Corbin Carroll: Over 0.5 (-180), Under 0.5 (+135)
- Gabriel Moreno: Over 0.5 (-180), Under 0.5 (+135)
- Andy Pages: Over 0.5 (-180), Under 0.5 (+135)
- Teoscar Hernandez: Over 0.5 (-185), Under 0.5 (+140)
- Geraldo Perdomo: Over 0.5 (-190), Under 0.5 (+140)
- Ketel Marte: Over 0.5 (-210), Under 0.5 (+150)
- Will Smith: Over 0.5 (-225), Under 0.5 (+160)
- Kyle Tucker: Over 0.5 (-250), Under 0.5 (+170)
- Mookie Betts: Over 0.5 (-275), Under 0.5 (+190)
- Shohei Ohtani: Over 1.5 (+160), Under 1.5 (-225)
- Freddie Freeman: Over 1.5 (+190), Under 1.5 (-275)
Strikeout Props
- Zac Gallen: Over 4.5 (+110), Under 4.5 (-140)
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto: Over 5.5 (-135), Under 5.5 (+105)
Check Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook closer to game time for updated player prop lines as first pitch approaches.
ARI vs. LAD Pitching Matchup Breakdown
Yoshinobu Yamamoto takes the ball for Los Angeles after a remarkable 2025 season that cemented his place among the league’s elite. The right-hander posted a 2.49 ERA, earned an All-Star selection, and finished third in NL Cy Young voting. He elevated his profile even further in October, capturing World Series MVP honors after a dominant postseason run that included a Game 7 relief appearance to seal the title.
Zac Gallen draws the assignment for Arizona and will be counted on to keep the Diamondbacks competitive against one of the most dangerous lineups in baseball. Facing a Dodgers offense led by Shohei Ohtani presents a major challenge, especially in a hitter-friendly environment like Dodger Stadium.
Diamondbacks & Dodgers 2026 MLB Futures
Expectations in the NL West are once again centered around Los Angeles, while Arizona enters the season aiming to close the gap in one of MLB‘s most competitive divisions. Check Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook for available futures markets for these two teams, such as:
Arizona Diamondbacks Futures
The Diamondbacks finished 80-82 in 2025 and narrowly missed the postseason, ending just three games out of a Wild Card spot. While there’s potential on this roster, the road through the NL West remains a difficult one.
NL West Odds: +2250 (2nd-longest)
NL Pennant Odds: +3000 (tied for 4th-longest in NL)
World Series Odds: +7500 (tied for 5th-longest in MLB)
Win Total: 79.5
Arizona will need strong performances across the board to keep pace in a division loaded with contenders.
Los Angeles Dodgers Futures
The Dodgers enter 2026 as the team to beat after winning back-to-back World Series titles, becoming the first repeat champions in decades. Now, they have their sights set on a historic third straight title, something that hasn’t been accomplished since the Yankees’ dynasty from 1998 to 2000.
NL West Odds: -650 (heavy favorite)
NL Pennant Odds: +120 (sizable favorite)
World Series Odds: +230 (significant favorite)
Win Total: 102.5 (highest in MLB)
Shohei Ohtani headlines the roster and is currently the -145 favorite to win NL MVP, which would be his fourth consecutive MVP award, tying Barry Bonds for the longest streak by a player in MLB history. With elite talent across the roster and momentum from recent championships, Los Angeles once again sets the standard entering the new season.
Referenced odds are subject to change.
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