Los Angeles Dodgers News & Updates
The Los Angeles Dodgers were 20-13, 1st in the NL West. Yesterday, the Los Angeles Dodgers fell just short against the St. Louis Cardinals 2-3 at Busch Stadium.
The trend line looks fine. The +7 run differential backs up the record. And allowing just 3.3 runs per game. The pitching has been a strength.
Dodgers Game on May 03
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Busch Stadium |
| First Pitch: | 02:15 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Justin Wrobleski (4-0, 1.50 ERA) vs Dustin May (3-2, 5.28 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet LA, Cardinals.TV |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 53°F, Wind 4 mph |
Dodgers Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Los Angeles Dodgers fell just short against the St. Louis Cardinals 2-3 at Busch Stadium.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
Dodgers Record & Standings
NL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Dodgers
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20 | 13 | .606 | L4 | |
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Padres
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19 | 13 | .594 | 0.5 | L4 |
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D-backs
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16 | 16 | .500 | 3.5 | L3 |
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Rockies
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14 | 20 | .412 | 6.5 | L3 |
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Giants
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13 | 20 | .394 | 7.0 | L5 |
Los Angeles Dodgers are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a +7 run differential.
Dodgers Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | .340 | 1.245 | 17 | |
| 9 | .299 | .988 | 13 | |
| 5 | .319 | .870 | 26 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 2 RBI, .444 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' latest loss to the Cardinals, a gut-wrenching 3-2 defeat, marks their fourth consecutive setback, raising concerns as they cling to first place with a 20-12 record. Roki Sasaki's season-high six innings were overshadowed by Dalton Rushing's strikeout that sealed their fate, leaving fans frustrated. Meanwhile, the stirring story of pitcher Emmet Sheehan dedicating his 'K ALS' glove to raise awareness for ALS adds a poignant touch amidst the team's struggles. As trade rumors swirl around Ryan Ward and the possibility of a move to bolster the roster, the rivalry with the Padres continues to simmer, especially after Fernando Tatis Jr.'s blunders. It’s a mix of humor and heartbreak for Dodgers fans, navigating the highs of first place and the lows of a four-game skid.
Dodgers Upcoming Schedule
The Los Angeles Dodgers visit the Houston Astros for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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