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The Los Angeles Dodgers were 7-2, 1st in the NL West. Yesterday, the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Washington Nationals 8-6 at Nationals Park.

Dodgers Daily Vibe Check
75°
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the season is just getting started

Only 9 games in. In a good rhythm. 7-2 in the last 7. Hard to complain about that. On top of that, they're +20 in run differential. The gap is meaningful.

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Dodgers Game on April 06

Opponent:Toronto Blue Jays (4-5)
Location:Rogers Centre
First Pitch:07:07 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Justin Wrobleski (0-0, 6.75 ERA) vs Max Scherzer (1-0, 1.50 ERA)
TV Broadcast:SportsNet LA, Sportsnet, FS1, FS1
Forecast:☀️ Clear sky, 49°F, Wind 11 mph

Dodgers Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Washington Nationals 8-6 at Nationals Park.

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Highlights

Dodgers Record & Standings

NL West

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Dodgers
72.778 W3
D-backs
55.5002.5 W2
Padres
45.4443.0 W2
Rockies
36.3334.0 W1
Giants
37.3004.5 L3

Los Angeles Dodgers are 7-2 in their last 7 games, with a +20 run differential.

Dodgers Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
44
Andy Pages
 3.4711.29410
68
Dalton Rushing
 1.4001.4002
12
Alex Call
 0.5001.3861

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
12
Alex Call
 4 hits, 1 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games
44
Andy Pages
 7 hits, 2 HR, 5 RBI, .538 AVG in last 3 games
5
Freddie Freeman
 4 hits, 1 HR, 6 RBI, .286 AVG in last 3 games
23
Kyle Tucker
 5 hits, 1 HR, 4 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games
17
Shohei Ohtani
 6 hits, 2 HR, 6 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games
37
Teoscar Hernández
 6 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .545 AVG in last 3 games
16
Will Smith
 4 hits, .444 AVG in last 3 games

Dodgers News

The Dodgers are grappling with a significant blow as Mookie Betts has been placed on the 10-day injured list with an oblique strain, leaving the team in a wait-and-see mode regarding his recovery. With Betts sidelined, the pressure mounts on players like Dalton Rushing, who showcased resilience with a two-run homer in the comeback win against the Nationals, clinching the series. Despite some early struggles from pitcher Roki Sasaki, who allowed six earned runs, the Dodgers remain in high spirits, boasting a 6-2 record and a staggering +18 run differential over the last week. As the team awaits updates on Betts, rookie Emmet Sheehan is also trying to find his footing on the mound, adding to the intrigue of the season's early chapters.

Sources
Emmet Sheehan thinks he’s figured out velocity issues in rough early start for Dodgers
Dodgersway
Emmet Sheehan thinks he’s figured out velocity issues in rough early start for Dodgers
Emmet Sheehan has struggled a bit early for the Los Angeles Dodgers, but Dave Roberts and Co. still believe he can be a difference-maker in 2026.
 Dodgers vs. Nationals Rain Delay, April 5: Full Details, Start Time, Updates
Dodgersway
Dodgers vs. Nationals Rain Delay, April 5: Full Details, Start Time, Updates
Unfortunately, the Los Angeles Dodgers' match-up against Nationals will have to wait as we are in a rain delay.
 Mookie Betts and Dodgers in wait-and-see mode with his injury
Latimes
Mookie Betts and Dodgers in wait-and-see mode with his injury
Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts is set to undergo an MRI scan after sustaining a back injury, and it remains unclear when he might return to the lineup.
 Sasaki stumbles early, but rallies to save 'pen ahead of World Series rematch
MLB.com
Sasaki stumbles early, but rallies to save 'pen ahead of World Series rematch
WASHINGTON -- Luck was not necessarily on Roki Sasaki's side on Sunday afternoon, but he didn't help himself at times either. Fortunately for him, the Dodgers continued to roll. Sasaki gave up a career-high six earned runs in his second start of the season, but the Dodgers came back for
 Dodgers rally from 5 runs down for 5th comeback win
MLB.com
Dodgers rally from 5 runs down for 5th comeback win
The Dodgers erased a five-run deficit in Sunday’s 8-6 win over the Nationals to secure a sweep in the nation’s capital. Trailing 6-1 after four innings, the Dodgers scored two runs in the sixth inning on a two-run home run from Dalton Rushing before taking the lead with a four-run
 Dodgers Place Mookie Betts On Injured List With Oblique Strain
Mlbtraderumors
Dodgers Place Mookie Betts On Injured List With Oblique Strain
The Dodgers announced this morning that they’ve placed veteran star Mookie Betts on the 10-day injured list. Jack Harris of the California Post relays that, according to manager Dave Roberts, Betts has suffered an oblique strain. Utility man Hyeseong Kim was recalled from the minors in a corresponding move. Maddie Lee of the LA Times first […]

Dodgers Upcoming Schedule

The Los Angeles Dodgers host the Texas Rangers for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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