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The Los Angeles Dodgers were 22-14, 1st in the NL West. Yesterday, the Los Angeles Dodgers were edged out by the Houston Astros 1-2 at Daikin Park.

Dodgers Daily Vibe Check
60°
Warm
a rough stretch

Room to grow, but the floor is solid. A 2-5 week weighs heavy on the score. Pair that with the bats at 2.9 R/G this week. That's not getting it done.

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Dodgers Game on May 06

Opponent:Houston Astros (15-22)
Location:Daikin Park
First Pitch:02:10 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Tyler Glasnow (3-0, 2.56 ERA) vs Lance McCullers Jr. (2-2, 6.32 ERA)
TV Broadcast:SportsNet LA, Space City Home Network, Space City Home Network (Sp)
Forecast:☀️ Clear sky, 70°F, Wind 12 mph

Dodgers Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Los Angeles Dodgers were edged out by the Houston Astros 1-2 at Daikin Park.

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Dodgers Record & Standings

NL West

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Dodgers
2214.611 L1
Padres
2114.6000.5 W1
D-backs
1717.5004.0 W1
Giants
1422.3898.0 L1
Rockies
1422.3898.0 L5

Los Angeles Dodgers are 2-5 in their last 7 games, with a -1 run differential.

Dodgers Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
68
Dalton Rushing
 7.3211.15517
44
Andy Pages
 5.326.86827
13
Max Muncy
 9.284.95013

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
17
Shohei Ohtani
 2-20.970.8137.0
31
Tyler Glasnow
 3-02.560.8338.2
70
Justin Wrobleski
 5-01.251.0036.0

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
80
Emmet Sheehan
 6.1 IP, 10 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start
31
Tyler Glasnow
 8.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
17
Shohei Ohtani
 6.0 IP, 9 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start

Dodgers News

In a week that saw the Dodgers split their series with the Astros, last night's 8-3 victory was a much-needed morale boost, showcasing an offense that seems to be waking up again. Dalton Rushing’s new hit celebration,a quirky origin story from frustration,reflects the team's lighter side amidst their ups and downs. On the mound, Shohei Ohtani delivered his longest start in three seasons, striking out eight, but the lack of run support turned a brilliant outing into a tough loss the night before. Meanwhile, Yoshinobu Yamamoto's solid performance provided a silver lining as he navigated a potent Astros lineup. With the Dodgers currently sitting at 22-13 and leading the division, fans are feeling a warm vibe despite a few bumps in the road.

Sources
Dodgers debut new hit celebration with the most random origin
Dodgersway
Dodgers debut new hit celebration with the most random origin
The Dodgers' new hit celebration has its origins in moment of frustration from Dalton Rushing.
 Dodgers fans honor late Yankees broadcaster by remembering call from 2024 World Series
Dodgersway
Dodgers fans honor late Yankees broadcaster by remembering call from 2024 World Series
Dodgers fans are remembering John Sterling for his class-act call of LA's 2024 World Series win over the Yankees.
 Shohei Ohtani’s longest Dodgers pitching start wasted in loss to Astros
True Blue LA
Shohei Ohtani’s longest Dodgers pitching start wasted in loss to Astros
Shohei Ohtani pitched his deepest into a game in three seasons, but got very little offensive support in the Dodgers’ 2-1 loss to the Houston Astros on Tuesday night at Daikin Park. Ohtani was efficient on the mound with eight strikeouts and no walks. Not only did he record an out in the seventh inning […]
 A star pitcher at USC, he was cut after six years in the minors. Then Banana Ball came calling
Latimes
A star pitcher at USC, he was cut after six years in the minors. Then Banana Ball came calling
After a stellar career at USC, pitcher Chris Clarke toiled for six years in baseball's minor leagues. The Savannah Bananas have given him a delightful next chapter.
 Ohtani goes 7 IP for 1st time in '26, but also allows 1st HRs
MLB.com
Ohtani goes 7 IP for 1st time in '26, but also allows 1st HRs
HOUSTON -- Shohei Ohtani didn't have his best command on Tuesday night, but his velocity was enough to get the job done. One day after being named the National League Pitcher of the Month, Ohtani gave the Dodgers seven strong innings in a 2-1 loss at Daikin Park. In an
 Yamamoto (8 K's) rebounds as Dodgers' offense comes back to life in Houston
MLB.com
Yamamoto (8 K's) rebounds as Dodgers' offense comes back to life in Houston
HOUSTON -- Yoshinobu Yamamoto made his first career appearance at Daikin Park on Monday, navigating a high-powered Houston Astros offense to provide the Dodgers with much-needed stability in an 8-3 win in the opening game of the series.

Dodgers Upcoming Schedule

The Los Angeles Dodgers host the Atlanta Braves for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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