Dodgers vs. Padres MLB picks: Shohei Ohtani, off to historic pitching start, will be dual threat Wednesday
The Dodgers and Padres are set to face off in a highly anticipated MLB matchup featuring Shohei Ohtani. Ohtani, who has been exceptional on the mound with a 0.82 ERA, will also attempt to contribute offensively after a recent hitting slump. This rivalry game is crucial for both teams as they compete for the NL West lead.
- ▪Shohei Ohtani is expected to pitch and hit in the game against the Padres.
- ▪Ohtani has a 0.82 ERA this season, one of the lowest in MLB history for a pitcher's first seven starts.
- ▪The Dodgers and Padres are neck-and-neck for the NL West lead, making this matchup particularly significant.
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Dodgers vs. Padres MLB picks: Shohei Ohtani, off to historic pitching start, will be dual threat Wednesday The Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani will be back on the mound Wednesday vs. the Padres By Matt Severance May 20, 2026 at 6:56 pm ET • 4 min read There are some massive MLB rivalries across the league, such as the Yankees at Red Sox and Cardinals at Cubs, but without a doubt, the best and most heated rivalry in today's game is Dodgers and Padres. These NL West rivals square off once again on Wednesday, May 20, and this series finale will have some extra juice given Shohei Ohtani is on the mound and is expected to both also hit. Ohtani hasn't pitched and hit in the same game in weeks.Fans who want to bet on MLB need to see the latest DraftKings promo code.Dodgers vs.
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