The San Diego Padres (39-31) and the LA Dodgers (43-29) open a 4-game series Monday at Dodger Stadium. First pitch is scheduled for 10:10 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's MLB odds around the Padres vs. Dodgers odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

BOTTOM LINE: The Los Angeles Dodgers, on a three-game home winning streak, host the San Diego Padres. Los Angeles is 44-29 overall and 26-12 in home games. The Dodgers have a 28-8 record in games when they hit two or more home runs.

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