The left-hander allows two short-porch home runs to Yandy Diaz in his first start since April 2 as the Dodgers manage just six hits in a 4-0 loss in Tampa.

First batter of the game facing the former Rays Cy Young winner, Blake Snell, Yandy Diaz took full advantage of the dimensions of Steinbrenner Field and short porch’d Snell for a HR to RF for a quick 1-0 lead.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers signed Blake Snell to a five-year, $182-million deal after he posted a 3.12 ERA in 20 starts with the Giants last year. He hasn't pitched in the majors since April due to shoulder inflammation, but his arm should be stretched out after making four rehab appearances.

The LA Dodgers (64-47) visit the Tampa Bay Rays (55-57) for the finale of their 3-game series Sunday. First pitch from George M. Steinbrenner Field is set for 12:10 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's MLB odds around the Dodgers vs. Rays odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.