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The Los Angeles Dodgers were 38-22, 1st in the NL West. Yesterday, the Los Angeles Dodgers came up short against the Arizona Diamondbacks 1-4 at Chase Field.

Dodgers Daily Vibe Check
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a hot week

Good place to be. 5 of the last 7 in the win column. Tempering that, the 3-run loss last night is the heaviest factor today.

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Dodgers Game on June 02

Opponent:Arizona Diamondbacks (32-27)
Location:Chase Field
First Pitch:09:40 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Eric Lauer (2-5, 5.95 ERA) vs Michael Soroka (7-2, 3.25 ERA)
TV Broadcast:SportsNet LA, DBACKS.TV
Forecast:☀️ Clear sky, 56°F, Wind 7 mph

Dodgers Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Los Angeles Dodgers came up short against the Arizona Diamondbacks 1-4 at Chase Field.

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Dodgers Record & Standings

NL West

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Dodgers
3822.633 L1
Padres
3226.5525.0 L2
D-backs
3227.5425.5 W1
Giants
2337.38315.0 L1
Rockies
2338.37715.5 W1

Los Angeles Dodgers are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +20 run differential.

Dodgers Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
44
Andy Pages
 13.293.87950
17
Shohei Ohtani
 10.289.90931
13
Max Muncy
 14.253.87321

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
17
Shohei Ohtani
 5-20.820.8255.0
18
Yoshinobu Yamamoto
 5-42.861.0069.1
70
Justin Wrobleski
 7-22.871.0162.2

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
17
Shohei Ohtani
 6 hits, .429 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
70
Justin Wrobleski
 7.0 IP, 9 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start
11
Roki Sasaki
 7.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start
18
Yoshinobu Yamamoto
 7.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start

Dodgers News

Despite a scorching 9-1 victory over the Phillies, the Dodgers are grappling with significant concerns as they prepare for a crucial series against the Diamondbacks. Mookie Betts remains mired in a troubling slump that has fans questioning Dave Roberts' management choices. Meanwhile, Ryan Ward's first career homer brings a glimpse of hope, but uncertainty lingers over his long-term role with the team. On the pitching front, Emmet Sheehan's solid outing is overshadowed by the offense's inability to capitalize, leading to a frustrating loss against Arizona. Amid these challenges, Tanner Scott's family faces disturbing threats, highlighting the darker side of fandom. Even with a 38-21 record and a +27 run differential over the last week, the Dodgers must find a way to harness their momentum while addressing these pressing issues.

Sources
Dodgers fans finally got their wish, but it hasn't stopped Mookie Betts’ horrific slump
Dodgersway
Dodgers fans finally got their wish, but it hasn't stopped Mookie Betts’ horrific slump
Mookie Betts’ struggles have moved beyond a small slump, and Los Angeles Dodgers fans are right to question how Dave Roberts is handling it.
 Ryan Ward's first career homer puts a finer point on Dodgers' need to trade him
Dodgersway
Ryan Ward's first career homer puts a finer point on Dodgers' need to trade him
The Los Angeles Dodgers finally promoted Ryan Ward to the big-league roster, but fans have to wonder how long that's going to last.
 Dodgers can't capitalize on Emmet Sheehan's solid start in loss to Diamondbacks
Latimes
Dodgers can't capitalize on Emmet Sheehan's solid start in loss to Diamondbacks
Emmet Sheehan limits the Arizona Diamondbacks to two runs on three hits over 6⅓, but the Dodgers can't generate much of anything on offense in a 4-1 loss.
 Dodgers pitcher Tanner Scott’s wife reveals death threats she received about their child
Latimes
Dodgers pitcher Tanner Scott’s wife reveals death threats she received about their child
Maddie Scott reposted vile social media comments from one user that threatened not only her and her husband, Tanner, but also their newborn son.
 Sheehan's consistent velo a good sign, even as he's stung by long ball
MLB.com
Sheehan's consistent velo a good sign, even as he's stung by long ball
PHOENIX -- For Emmet Sheehan, it was never a matter of if, but when. Over the first two months of the season, Sheehan had recurring issues with his fastball. Early on, his velocity was down across the board. As time went on, he threw harder in the early innings, only
 Dodgers continuing to build up No. 6 prospect Ryan for future
MLB.com
Dodgers continuing to build up No. 6 prospect Ryan for future
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