With so many question marks surrounding the current state of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ starting rotation, the spotlight intensifies on the bullpen’s ability to rise to the occasion and carry the team through the critical stretch of the season. The performance of the relief crew is often directly influenced by the starting rotation, especially when starters struggle to pitch deep into games.
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Last week, we delved into how crucial starting pitching is for the success of the Los Angeles Dodgers as they approach the 2024 playoffs. Since that time, both Clayton Kershaw and Gavin Stone have landed on the injured list, impacting the outlook of the postseason starting rotation. Now, as the team gears up for the final stretch of the regular season, the spotlight is shifting to their offense.
As the summer sun fades and the fall weather moves in, the Los Angeles Dodgers find themselves in a pivotal juncture of their 2024 campaign. With only a full month left in the regular season, every game becomes a high-stakes battle for playoff positioning. Amidst this critical stretch, the team’s starting pitching rotation stands as both a strength and a potential stumbling block.
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About a month ago, many pundits and fans of the Los Angeles Dodgers thought that the loss of the divisional lead was imminent and certain. Both the San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks were surging, and the Dodgers seemed to be just treading water while half the team was injured.
As of August 30, the Dodgers have maintained their lead in the NL West, and regained a bunch of their players from the IL.
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Imagine a book that combines the artistry of a master painter with the insights of a baseball legend. The All-Time Dodgers Art Book is more than just a collection of images and captions — it’s a journey through the history of one of baseball’s most iconic franchises, brought to life through stunning artwork and insightful commentary.
Featuring content from every stage in franchise history — from the Brooklyn days at Ebbets Field to the modern era at Chavez Ravine — this book offers a comprehensive look at the team’s greatest moments and players. It also has an inspiring forward from Dodger great Orel Hershiser that sets the stage for the accompanying visuals and text.
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Veteran Clayton Kershaw threw six shutout innings and Shohei Ohtani smashed his 39th homer of the year to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 2-1 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals and secure the series win, two games to one.
With the victory, the Dodgers’ current divisional lead sits at three full games over the San Diego Padres and four full games over the Arizona Diamondbacks. Both the Padres and Diamondbacks lost on Sunday.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers almost had gotten it all back together. They won five straight games, including sweeping the Pittsburgh Pirates at home and taking the first two in Milwaukee before losing in very unappealing fashion the last two games.
Jack Flaherty struggled for the first time in his Dodgers career, allowing three runs in the first inning Thursday. The Dodgers battled back to tie 3-3, even going ahead 4-3, but in the end the bullpen once again failed. This outing was Daniel Hudson, who allowed another three runs in 0.2 innings.
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As the Los Angeles Dodgers approach the final stretch of the regular season, they are eagerly anticipating the return of several key players from the injured list. With just over 40 games left, the reinforcements are expected to provide a significant boost to the team’s performance and morale. The Dodgers have weathered a challenging period with numerous injuries, but these impending returns could be the catalyst needed to reclaim momentum and solidify their position as the playoffs draw near.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers find their once big lead in the NL West dwindling to a two and a half game lead, with both the San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks breathing down their necks.
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The current starting pitching rotation of the Los Angeles Dodgers is a mix of uncertainty and potential, raising critical questions about whether it has the firepower to drive the team deep into the 2024 playoffs. With the postseason set to begin in less than two months, the Dodgers need their rotation to be more than just serviceable — it must be a dynamic force capable of dominating games against high-quality teams.
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