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Dodgers Defeat Angels 10-1 to Complete Three-Game Sweep

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Dodgers Complete 10-1 Rout, Sweep Angels in Freeway Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Los Angeles Angels 10-1 on Sunday at Angel Stadium, completing a three-game sweep of the Freeway Series. The Dodgers outscored the Angels 31-3 over the series.

Game Summary

The Dodgers took a 2-0 lead in the second inning on a sacrifice fly by Miguel Rojas and an RBI single by Hyeseong Kim. In the fourth inning, the Dodgers scored five runs, including a two-run single from Shohei Ohtani and a two-run single from Andy Pages. The Dodgers added three runs in the ninth inning on a two-run double by Kyle Tucker and an RBI single by Teoscar Hernández.

Yoán Moncada drove in the Angels' only run with a single.

The Dodgers have won five consecutive games. The Angels have lost six straight.

Pitching Performance

  • Roki Sasaki (2-3) earned the win for the Dodgers. He pitched seven innings, allowing four hits and one earned run. He recorded eight strikeouts and zero walks on 91 pitches (69 strikes). The eight strikeouts were a career high, and the seven innings pitched also set a career high. He did not allow a walk for the first time in a Major League start.
  • Grayson Rodriguez (0-1) took the loss for the Angels in his debut with the team. He pitched 3 2/3 innings, allowing seven hits, seven earned runs, and four walks while striking out four.
  • Right-hander Chayse McDermott made his Dodgers debut, pitching the ninth inning.

Notable Performances

  • Kyle Tucker recorded three hits and three RBIs for the Dodgers.
  • Andy Pages recorded his 41st RBI of the season, which was reported as the most in Major League Baseball.
  • Shohei Ohtani had seven RBIs in the series.

Player and Coach Statements

  • Catcher Dalton Rushing said the performance was a positive step and that Sasaki has room for improvement.
  • Manager Dave Roberts said Sasaki executed his game plan and has become more open to coaching.
  • Sasaki said he adjusted pitch selection based on hitters' reactions.
  • Ohtani said his strike-zone awareness and posture at setup have improved.

Roster Moves

The Dodgers announced several roster moves:

  • Acquired left-handed pitcher Eric Lauer from the Toronto Blue Jays for cash considerations. Lauer is expected to join the team in San Diego and initially serve in a long-relief role. The Blue Jays had designated Lauer for assignment after he allowed a league-leading 11 home runs in eight appearances. In the 2024 season, Lauer posted a 3.18 ERA in a swingman role and a 3.12 ERA in the postseason.
  • To make room on the 40-man roster, the Dodgers transferred right-handed pitcher Brusdar Graterol (recovering from right shoulder surgery) to the 60-day injured list.
  • Left-handed pitcher Jack Dreyer was placed on the 15-day injured list with left shoulder discomfort. Imaging showed inflammation.
  • Left-handed pitcher Charlie Barnes was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City.
  • Right-handed pitchers Paul Gervase and Chayce McDermott were recalled from the minor leagues.

Upcoming Games

  • The Dodgers begin a three-game series against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on Monday. Yoshinobu Yamamoto (3-3, 3.60 ERA) is scheduled to start for Los Angeles.
  • The Angels begin a series at home against the Athletics on Monday. Walbert Ureña (1-4, 3.29 ERA) is scheduled to start for Los Angeles.