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The Los Angeles Dodgers were 4-1, 1st in the NL West. Yesterday, the Los Angeles Dodgers handled the Cleveland Guardians 4-1 at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium.

Dodgers Daily Vibe Check
75°
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taking over first place

Only 5 games in. Room to grow, but the floor is solid. They're in first now. That changes the math. Plus, a W by 3 last night. The most recent result always counts most.

Dodgers Game on April 01

Opponent:Cleveland Guardians (3-3)
Location:UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium
First Pitch:08:20 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Yoshinobu Yamamoto (1-0, 3.00 ERA) vs Gavin Williams (0-1, 5.40 ERA)
TV Broadcast:SportsNet LA, Guardians.TV Presented by Progressive
Forecast:🌤️ Mostly sunny, 73°F, Wind 11 mph

Dodgers Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Los Angeles Dodgers handled the Cleveland Guardians 4-1 at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium.

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Highlights

Dodgers Record & Standings

NL West

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Dodgers
41.800 W1
Giants
23.4002.0 W2
D-backs
23.4002.0 W2
Padres
14.2003.0 L2
Rockies
14.2003.0 L1

Los Angeles Dodgers are 4-1 in their last 7 games, with a +9 run differential.

Dodgers Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
76
Alex Freeland
1.3331.3331
13
Max Muncy
1.3641.1691
68
Dalton Rushing
0.5001.0000

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
13
Max Muncy
3 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games
72
Miguel Rojas
3 hits, .429 AVG in last 3 games

Dodgers News

The Dodgers bounced back from a tough loss to the Guardians with a commanding 4-1 victory, thanks in large part to Shohei Ohtani's sensational season debut on the mound, where he tossed six innings of shutout ball and allowed just one hit. This performance reinforces the excitement around Ohtani, who continues to prove he’s worth every penny of his hefty contract. Meanwhile, Tanner Scott's ongoing experimentation in the bullpen hints at a long-term strategy by Dave Roberts, as the team navigates the intricacies of player roles early in the season. Dustin May's shaky debut with the Cardinals only adds to the narrative of the Dodgers' shrewd trades, but the real highlight remains the energy around Dodger Stadium, now buzzing with Yoshi bobblehead mania, as fans embrace the team's blend of talent and fun.

Sources
Dodgers, Shohei Ohtani Get Revenge on Guardians
Dodgersnation
Dodgers, Shohei Ohtani Get Revenge on Guardians
A wet night in Los Angeles proved no problem for the Dodgers and two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani as the Boys in Blue brought home a win.
Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani Dominates in 2026 Pitching Debut
Dodgersnation
Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani Dominates in 2026 Pitching Debut
Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani took the mound for the first time in the 2026 season Tuesday night, recording six innings of shutout ball against the Cleveland Guardians. Ohtani didn’t give up his first — and only — hit…
Dustin May’s Cardinals debut makes incredible Dodgers trade somehow look even better
Dodgersway
Dustin May’s Cardinals debut makes incredible Dodgers trade somehow look even better
Dustin May got blown up in his first Cardinals start while Dodgers-Red Sox trade return James Tibbs III lit up Triple-A.
Dave Roberts' Tanner Scott usage shows this is going to be a long play in 2026
Dodgersway
Dave Roberts' Tanner Scott usage shows this is going to be a long play in 2026
Tanner Scott's fifth inning appearance for the Dodgers vs. the Guardians shows they're still trying to figure out his role.
Shohei Ohtani battles through the rain to throw a one-hit gem in Dodgers' win
Latimes
Shohei Ohtani battles through the rain to throw a one-hit gem in Dodgers' win
Shohei Ohtani yields just one hit over six innings in his season debut on the mound in the Dodgers' 4-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians.
Yoshi bobblehead almost as popular as Yoshi to Dodgers players
MLB.com
Yoshi bobblehead almost as popular as Yoshi to Dodgers players
LOS ANGELES -- As Yoshinobu Yamamoto sat in front of his locker in the home clubhouse at Dodger Stadium, a few of his teammates approached him, holding pens and Tuesday's giveaway item, a Yoshi bobblehead. They wanted Yamamoto's signature on the lovable green dinosaur who shares part of his name.

Dodgers Upcoming Schedule

The Los Angeles Dodgers visit the Washington Nationals for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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