Dodgers vs Astros Prediction and MLB Tips - 5 July 2025
Last updated: Jul 5, 2025, 1:10AM | Published: Jul 4, 2025, 5:54AM
The Los Angeles Dodgers will take on the Houston Astros in MLB action at Dodger Stadium on Saturday, starting at 11:10am AEST.
Ben Casparius (6-2, 3.97 ERA) will start for the Dodgers, while the Astros are going with Lance McCullers (1-3, 6.61 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Dodgers vs Astros game, along with the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Utilising trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Saturday's LA Dodgers vs Houston MLB game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Dodgers a 61% chance of beating the Astros at Dodger Stadium.
Dodgers vs Astros: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Saturday's MLB game at Dodger Stadium are listed below:
- Head to Head: Dodgers $1.53, Astros $2.56
- Line: Dodgers -1.5 ($2.08), Astros +1.5 ($1.77)
- Total (Over/Under 8.929 Runs): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Dodgers at $1.53 and the Astros at $2.56.
The Dodgers are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Astros, with odds of $2.08 available at TAB.
For the underdog Astros (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.77.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 8.929 with TAB, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Astros (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 56% of the time, while the 8.929-run over/under is expected to stay under 53% of the time.
Dodgers vs Astros: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Houston at $2.56 with TAB
- Line: Astros +1.5 at $1.77 with TAB
- Total Runs: Under 8.929 at $1.91 with TAB
Our Dodgers vs Astros betting tips are based on complex modelling and gambling expertise to bring you the best possible advice around the clock.
While the Dodgers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Astros to win is our recommended option because of the 1.2% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges seen on Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.
Dodgers vs Astros: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the LA Dodgers vs Houston game on Saturday, including data-driven predictions and top betting tips.
Our model updates frequently, so keep checking this article for the latest betting tips before the LA Dodgers vs Houston match-up.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets for the best tips on every MLB game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Dodgers vs Astros: Essential Details
The match-up between the Dodgers and Astros at Dodger Stadium is scheduled to begin at 11:10am AEST on Saturday.
- Teams: Los Angeles Dodgers vs Houston Astros
- Date: Saturday 5 July 2025
- Time: 11:10am AEST
- Venue: Dodger Stadium
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our LA Dodgers vs Houston predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are trustworthy and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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