Los Angeles Dodgers vs Los Angeles Angels Prediction: Dodgers to take Angeles with a dominant win

Round two of the battle for the City of Angels unfolds in spring training as the Los Angeles Angels face off against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday. The Dodgers are favored at home, while the Angels enter as underdogs on the road.

The Los Angeles Dodgers boast an impressive 9-2 record at this stage, and many of their fans are hopeful for a similarly remarkable winning percentage once the regular season commences. Under the management of Dave Roberts since the beginning of the 2016 season, the team has maintained a .630 winning percentage, positioning Roberts as one of the best managers in history if he can sustain this success over multiple seasons. While it won't be an easy feat, the current team looks as formidable as any during his tenure. Notably, their new star signing, Shohei Ohtani, missed the previous game against this opponent in spring training, but there's anticipation that he might feature in this upcoming contest against the team that initially brought him to the majors, making it a must-watch matchup.

The Los Angeles Angels have long played second fiddle in the city, despite having two exceptional talents in recent years. However, their postseason appearances have been scarce, with just one entry in 2014 and none in the last 14 seasons. Even with the loss of one of their superstar players, the team has shown promise in the current spring season. Transitioning this success into the regular season poses a unique challenge, especially considering that two of the four teams in their division were the ALCS participants in 2023. The team has acquired experienced veterans such as Miguel Sano, Aaron Hicks, and Willie Calhoun, all of whom have changed teams in pursuit of another opportunity.

The Angels have surpassed expectations in spring training, a positive development for the team. However, they now face their cross-town rivals who are currently in top form. The teams previously tied 7-7 early in spring training, suggesting that this upcoming matchup might be closer than many anticipate. While the Los Angeles Dodgers are generally the stronger team and are expected to secure a victory, the Angels are unlikely to concede easily. Therefore, this game could result in a high total points scenario.