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The Los Angeles Dodgers were 48-27, 1st in the NL West. Yesterday, the Los Angeles Dodgers held off the Tampa Bay Rays 5-4 at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium.

Dodgers Daily Vibe Check
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More good than bad right now. A 5-2 week speaks for itself. Tempering that, a 14-man IL is starting to matter.

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Dodgers Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Los Angeles Dodgers held off the Tampa Bay Rays 5-4 at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium.

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Highlights

Dodgers Record & Standings

NL West

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Dodgers
4827.640 W3
Padres
3835.5219.0 W1
D-backs
3836.5149.5 W1
Giants
3143.41916.5 W3
Rockies
2847.37320.0 L1

Los Angeles Dodgers are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +3 run differential.

Dodgers Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
44
Andy Pages
 15.272.80956
17
Shohei Ohtani
 15.296.96342
5
Freddie Freeman
 12.279.85040

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
17
Shohei Ohtani
 7-21.470.8873.2
66
Tanner Scott
 1-32.320.7131.0
61
Will Klein
 2-22.121.2829.2

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
5
Freddie Freeman
 4 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games
23
Kyle Tucker
 4 hits, 1 HR, 4 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
66
Tanner Scott
 3.1 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games
11
Roki Sasaki
 7.0 IP, 10 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
18
Yoshinobu Yamamoto
 8.1 IP, 7 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start

Dodgers News

The Dodgers are riding high after a gritty 5-4 victory against the Tampa Bay Rays, marking their third consecutive one-run win and solidifying their position atop the division at 47-27. Freddie Freeman’s timely blast was crucial, but the vibe is dampened by concerns over Shohei Ohtani, who is battling knee inflammation and may be risking further injury as he chases the NL Cy Young. Meanwhile, the spotlight is also on team doctor Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who is under investigation, further intensifying scrutiny on the organization. With 14 players on the injured list, the Dodgers are managing to stay competitive, but the pressure is mounting. As Ohtani navigates his dual role, fans can only hold their breath and hope for the best.

Sources
Dodgers' attempts to reassure fans on Shohei Ohtani's status aren't working
Dodgersway
Dodgers' attempts to reassure fans on Shohei Ohtani's status aren't working
The Los Angeles Dodgers are risking injury with their two-way player Shohei Ohtani. While Ohtani chases the NL Cy Young, he's also suffering from knee inflammation.
 Dodgers team doctor under investigation is bound to put another target on LA's back
Dodgersway
Dodgers team doctor under investigation is bound to put another target on LA's back
With Los Angeles Dodgers team doctor Dr. Neal ElAttrache being investigated b MLB, the haters are about to be out in full force.
 Freddie Freeman’s go-ahead blast helps Dodgers complete sweep
True Blue LA
Freddie Freeman’s go-ahead blast helps Dodgers complete sweep
Scoring was much more prevalent on Wednesday, but the Dodgers secured their third straight one-run win against the Tampa Bay Rays, taking the finale 5-4 to complete the sweep. Just like on Tuesday, both teams were held scoreless over the first three innings, as Shohei Ohtani and Shane McClanahan allowed just two baserunners apiece over […]
 Giants players' Pride Night protest now involves backlash from all sides
Latimes
Giants players' Pride Night protest now involves backlash from all sides
San Francisco Giants players added bible verses to their hats to protest Pride Night. Fans, MLB and politicians from both sides have responded.
 Ohtani's unusual start on mound ends with surprise hitting opportunity
MLB.com
Ohtani's unusual start on mound ends with surprise hitting opportunity
LOS ANGELES -- Shohei Ohtani did his best to ease any lingering doubts about his ailing left knee and a blister on his right hand as he cruised through his first four innings against the Rays on Wednesday afternoon. Then came the fifth, when Tampa Bay handed him his toughest
 Yamamoto joins Ohtani in Starting Pitcher Power Rankings
MLB.com
Yamamoto joins Ohtani in Starting Pitcher Power Rankings
There’s a new name at the top of MLB.com’s latest Starting Pitcher Power Rankings, and after a historic outing last week, it’s easy to see why. That wasn’t the only shakeup, either: Four new names joined the rankings thanks to strong performances all season. Here are the sixth Starting Pitcher

Dodgers Upcoming Schedule

The Los Angeles Dodgers host the Baltimore Orioles for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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