The Padres come into LA as winners of four of their last six, and they thrashed the D'Backs in a 13-6 blowout last night. Game 1 of this series might be a pitcher's duel, and I like the Friars as the runline dog.

Here are my keys to the game:

1. Pitching - Drew Pomeranz will be on the mound for San Diego, and the 27 year old is having the best season of his career. Pomeranz (7-7, 2.65 ERA) gave up just one run on five hits, fanning seven in seven innings in a 2-1 win over the Yankees in his most recent outing. He's 5-3 with a 1.98 ERA in 10 starts under the lights. The Dodgers turn to Hyun-Jin Ryu, who will make his first start coming off the DL.

2. Batter vs. Pitcher - Yangervis Solarte was 3-for-5 with a home run and five RBIs in last night's win at Arizona, and he's 2-for-3 lifetime versus Ryu. Solarte is hitting .478 with three home runs over the last seven days.

3. X-Factor - The Padres are 4-1 in their last five road games versus a left-handed starter.

Selection: This is a play on the Padres +1.5 (7*)