Los Angeles Dodgers News & Updates
The Los Angeles Dodgers were 20-11, 1st in the NL West. The Los Angeles Dodgers did not play yesterday.
Pretty straightforward. Just took over first place in the division. On top of that, 2.7 RA/G this stretch. The pitching is carrying weight.
Dodgers Game on May 01
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Busch Stadium |
| First Pitch: | 08:15 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Emmet Sheehan (2-0, 4.78 ERA) vs Matthew Liberatore (0-1, 4.75 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet LA, Cardinals.TV |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 51°F, Wind 7 mph |
Dodgers Score & Recap
The Los Angeles Dodgers did not play yesterday.
Dodgers Record & Standings
NL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Dodgers
|
|
20 | 11 | .645 | L2 | |
|
Padres
|
|
19 | 11 | .633 | 0.5 | L2 |
|
D-backs
|
|
16 | 14 | .533 | 3.5 | L1 |
|
Rockies
|
|
14 | 18 | .438 | 6.5 | L1 |
|
Giants
|
|
13 | 18 | .419 | 7.0 | L3 |
Los Angeles Dodgers are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +14 run differential.
Dodgers Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | .348 | 1.271 | 17 | |
| 5 | .321 | .884 | 25 | |
| 9 | .287 | .968 | 11 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-1 | 0.60 | 0.87 | 30.0 | |
| 3-0 | 2.56 | 0.83 | 38.2 | |
| 4-0 | 1.50 | 0.97 | 30.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .6 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.1 IP, 10 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 8.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 9 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Dodgers News
The Dodgers are in first place with a 20-11 record after a narrow 2-3 loss to the Marlins at home, showcasing a solid pitching staff that has allowed just 2.7 runs per game over the last week. The emergence of Hyeseong Kim, who might be fighting for his spot as Mookie Betts nears a return, adds an intriguing layer to the roster dynamics. Meanwhile, Blake Snell's rehab start signals potential changes in the rotation, likely affecting Emmet Sheehan's role. Despite a recent 4-3 record, the team’s offensive power is ramping up with Dalton Rushing leading the charge at .348. As the season progresses, the Dodgers are managing their roster efficiently, avoiding the constant churn of pitchers that has plagued them in the past. With comedy night on the horizon, the team's spirits are high despite the recent loss.
Dodgers Upcoming Schedule
The Los Angeles Dodgers visit the Houston Astros for a 3-game series starting Monday.
About Small Ball
This Los Angeles Dodgers digest was built by Small Ball to save you from bouncing between five apps to follow your team. It's fan-run and made to deliver what matters each morning.
Got thoughts? Tell us. Want to support it? Ko-fi tips help keep it running.
