Dodgers vs. Cubs Tokyo Series Game 1 Early Predictions, Odds Starting Pitchers, And More
The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to open the 2025 MLB season against the Chicago Cubs. Both teams will square off at the Tokyo Dome in Bunkyo, Japan. Japanese MLB fans are eager to watch Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto in their own country. Roki Sasaki will be another strong addition to the team.
The Cubs are looking to make a playoff run after bolstering their lineup this offseason. Opening Day for the other teams will kick off on March 27. The Dodgers and Cubs will face off in a short two-game series at Tokyo before they return to spring training.
Apart from the Tokyo Series, Los Angeles and Chicago will have two exhibition games each on March 15 and 16. Both teams will face the Yomiuri Giants and Hanshin Tigers in Japan.
Dodgers vs. Cubs Live Streaming And Game Details
- Game Day: Tuesday, March 18
- Game Time: 7:00 PM JST
- Stadium: Tokyo Dome in Bunkyo, Japan.
- TV Channel: Fox/FS1
- Live Stream: MLB TV
Dodgers vs. Cubs Starting Pitchers
The Boys in Blue are all set to unleash their Japanese pitcher on the mound for Game 1. Dave Roberts mentioned that it makes sense for the team to send Yoshinobu Yamamoto against the Cubs. Yamamoto carried the team to the World Series last year and will continue to play a crucial role.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Nasty 94mph Cutter. ✂️ pic.twitter.com/PTLCzixuh8
— Rob Friedman (@PitchingNinja) February 20, 2025
The Cubs manager, Craig Counsell, mentioned that Shota Imanaga will get the nod for the team. Both teams are sending Japanese pitchers for an exciting showdown in Game 1. Imanaga and Yamamoto have come a long way to the big leagues and have a huge fan following in Japan.
Shota Imanaga’s electric MLB Debut:
— The Wrigley Wire (@TheWrigleyWire) February 7, 2025
6.0 IP
9 K
2 H
0 BB
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Dodgers vs. Cubs Baseball Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Run Spread | Total Runs |
| Los Angeles Dodgers | -115 | -1.5 (+175) | O 11 (-118) |
| Chicago Cubs | +105 | +1.5 (+145) | U 11 (-115) |
Dodgers vs. Cubs Expert Predictions
Both teams have high expectations, with Japanese stars on each side. It’s going to be a great day for Japanese baseball fans as they get to witness Shohei Ohtani and the Dodger squad. The early expert predictions are leaning towards the Dodgers winning this game against the Cubs.
Los Angeles has a strong team with top sluggers and a dominant pitching rotation. The predicted score for Game 1 is 6-4. While early predictions are taking shape, Roberts has expressed uncertainty about a veteran slugger’s position.
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Dodgers vs. Cubs Tokyo Series Game 1 Early Predictions, Odds Starting Pitchers, And More
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