Dodgers’ Recent Win
The Los Angeles Dodgers have secured their third consecutive win, defeating the Cincinnati Reds 6-3 on Tuesday night. This victory has allowed the Dodgers to maintain their NL West lead, currently standing at one game over San Diego. The Padres also emerged victorious, beating Seattle 7-6.
Clayton Kershaw’s Performance
Clayton Kershaw pitched five strong innings, allowing only one run and two hits, while striking out six. This performance marked his 221st career victory, tying him with former Dodger Max Scherzer and Joe Niekro for 76th on the all-time list. Kershaw’s impressive month of August came to a close with a perfect record of 5-0 and a 1.88 ERA. He also boasts a career ERA of 2.08 in 16 starts against the Reds, the lowest ERA against Cincinnati in the live-ball era.
Game Highlights
The Dodgers batted around in the sixth, scoring four runs and extending their lead to 6-1. Will Smith homered leading off against reliever Brent Suter. Miguel Rojas added a pinch-hit two-run double, and Shohei Ohtani had an RBI single. Tanner Scott pitched the ninth to earn his 20th save.
Nick Martinez (10-10) gave up four runs and seven hits in 5 1/3 innings, striking out three and walking two. Cincinnati’s Austin Hays hit a two-run homer, and Miguel Andújar’s RBI groundout contributed to the Reds’ score.
Key Stat
Dodgers INF Kiké Hernández made his first start since coming off the injured list a day earlier. He was 2 for 3 with a run scored and a strikeout. His sacrifice fly gave the Dodgers the lead for good in the fourth, and he turned a game-ending double play.
Up Next
Reds LHP Nick Lodolo (8-6, 3.05 ERA) will start the series finale on Wednesday against Dodgers RHP Shohei Ohtani (0-1, 4.61), who is expected to pitch five innings on his bobblehead night.
Conclusion
The Dodgers’ recent win against the Reds marks their third consecutive victory, maintaining their lead in the NL West. Clayton Kershaw’s impressive performance and the team’s strong batting in the sixth inning contributed to their success. As the series comes to a close, the Dodgers will face the Reds once more, with Shohei Ohtani taking the mound.
FAQs
Q: Who pitched for the Dodgers in their recent win against the Reds?
A: Clayton Kershaw pitched five strong innings for the Dodgers.
Q: What is Clayton Kershaw’s career ERA against the Reds?
A: Kershaw boasts a career ERA of 2.08 in 16 starts against the Reds.
Q: Who will start for the Dodgers in the series finale against the Reds?
A: Shohei Ohtani will start for the Dodgers in the series finale.
Q: What is the current NL West lead for the Dodgers?
A: The Dodgers maintain a one-game lead over San Diego in the NL West.
