Los Angeles Dodgers News & Updates
The Los Angeles Dodgers were 53-30, 1st in the NL West. Yesterday, the Los Angeles Dodgers pummeled the San Diego Padres 15-3 at Petco Park.
The trend line looks fine. The 12-run win last night carries weight here. Plus, outpacing opponents by 5 runs this stretch.
Dodgers Game on June 28
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Petco Park |
| First Pitch: | 04:10 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Emmet Sheehan (3-5, 5.32 ERA) vs Michael King (5-6, 3.33 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet LA, Padres.TV Presented by UC San Diego Health |
| Forecast: | 🌤️ Mostly sunny, 70°F, Wind 3 mph |
Dodgers Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Los Angeles Dodgers pummeled the San Diego Padres 15-3 at Petco Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 15 | 17 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 1 |
Highlights
- Dalton Rushing went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Kyle Tucker went 3-5 with 1 HR and 4 RBI.
- Freddie Freeman went 3-5 with 1 RBI.
- Tommy Edman went 2-4 with 3 RBI.
- Mookie Betts went 1-5 with 1 HR and 3 RBI.
Dodgers Record & Standings
NL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Dodgers
|
|
53 | 30 | .639 | W1 | |
|
Padres
|
|
43 | 38 | .531 | 9.0 | L1 |
|
D-backs
|
|
41 | 41 | .500 | 11.5 | L2 |
|
Giants
|
|
34 | 48 | .415 | 18.5 | W1 |
|
Rockies
|
|
33 | 50 | .398 | 20.0 | W1 |
Los Angeles Dodgers are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +5 run differential.
Dodgers Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | .296 | .954 | 46 | |
| 15 | .270 | .802 | 58 | |
| 13 | .291 | .877 | 44 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-2 | 1.58 | 0.90 | 79.2 | |
| 1-1 | 2.33 | 1.07 | 27.0 | |
| 1-3 | 2.18 | 0.70 | 33.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7 hits, 1 RBI, .636 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 3 HR, 5 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 3 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games | |
| 8.1 IP, 7 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 2.2 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games |
Dodgers News
The Los Angeles Dodgers showcased their offensive firepower with a stunning nine-run sixth inning against the San Diego Padres, marking their largest scoring burst in the city in nearly 60 years. This eruption highlighted the team’s ability to bounce back after a sluggish start in the series, as they secured a dominant 15-3 victory. With Freddie Freeman continuing to rake and Kyle Tucker contributing crucial homers, the Dodgers are effectively asserting their dominance in the division. However, off the field, Miguel Rojas voiced his frustrations about MLB’s ongoing CBA proposals that seem to unfairly target the team, revealing the tension brewing behind the scenes. As the trade deadline approaches, the Dodgers remain a team in win-now mode, looking to build on their recent successes while navigating the challenges that come with being a perennial contender.
Dodgers Upcoming Schedule
The Los Angeles Dodgers visit the Athletics for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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