The Los Angeles Dodgers face off against the San Francisco Giants in a crucial NL West rivalry matchup. After taking the series opener 8-2, the Dodgers look to extend their 18.5-game lead over the third-place Giants.

Pitching Matchup:

• Dodgers: Tyler Anderson (11-1, 2.61 ERA)
• Giants: Alex Wood (7-8, 4.11 ERA)

Key Points:

• Anderson has been dominant this season with just one loss and a WHIP under 1.00 across 110+ innings
• Wood needs a strong start to keep the Giants competitive against the powerful Dodgers lineup
• The Dodgers' bullpen could be vulnerable, as shown in recent games against Washington
• Giants must stay close early to have a chance at capitalizing on LA's relief pitching

The Giants, clinging to Wild Card hopes, aim to bounce back after Logan Webb surrendered 6 earned runs in Monday's loss. Meanwhile, the Dodgers' potent offense looks to continue their momentum from the 8-run outburst in the opener.

Watch for the Giants to try exploiting the Dodgers' occasionally shaky bullpen if they can keep the game close through the middle innings. With the rivalry intensity and playoff implications, this matchup promises compelling late-season baseball.

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