Play: LA Dodgers
Rating: 10/10*

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been outstanding all season, and they look even stronger now with the acquisition of right-hander Yu Darvish from the Rangers. I think they'll do everything they can to make sure Darvish get to start his career as a Dodger with a W.

Darvish (6-9, 4.01 ERA) was lit up for 10 runs through just 3 2/3 innings of a 22-10 home loss to Miami in his last start for Texas, but note that he has posted a 2.49 ERA in 10 road starts on the year. The Mets really struggle against quality pitchers and are 3-14 in their last 17 games when facing a starter with a WHIP less than 1.15.

The Mets turn to Jacob deGrom (12-4, 3.29 ERA) who obviously is a superb pitcher as well, but the Dodgers should be able to do enough damage on him to win. It's also worth pointing out the huge bullpen advantage the Dodgers own (2.91 ERA vs. 4.69 ERA).

The Dodgers are 20-6 in their last 26 during Game 1 of a series and 17-4 in their last 21 Friday games.

My pick is LA Dodgers ML.