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The Los Angeles Dodgers were 80-52, 1st in the NL West. Yesterday, the Los Angeles Dodgers let it slip away against the Atlanta Braves 3-4 at Truist Park.

Dodgers Daily Vibe Check
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Ticking along. 6-1 in the last 7. Hard to complain about that. And outscoring opponents by 14 this week.

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Dodgers Game on August 26

Opponent:Atlanta Braves (77-55)
Location:Truist Park
First Pitch:07:15 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Roki Sasaki (5-5, 4.42 ERA) vs AJ Smith-Shawver (0-0, 6.23 ERA)
TV Broadcast:SportsNet LA, BravesVision, MLB Network, MLB Network

Dodgers Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Los Angeles Dodgers let it slip away against the Atlanta Braves 3-4 at Truist Park.

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Dodgers Record & Standings

NL West

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Dodgers
8052.606 L1
Padres
7162.5349.5 L2
D-backs
7063.52610.5 W1
Giants
5478.40926.0 W2
Rockies
5181.38629.0 W1

Los Angeles Dodgers are 6-1 in their last 7 games, with a +14 run differential.

Dodgers Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
17
Shohei Ohtani
 30.287.93480
13
Max Muncy
 26.256.85567
5
Freddie Freeman
 15.299.82961

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
17
Shohei Ohtani
 8-21.790.9585.2
66
Tanner Scott
 1-42.360.9253.1
29
Tarik Skubal
 8-72.910.95120.2

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
46
Hunter Feduccia
 4 hits, 2 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games
13
Max Muncy
 4 hits, 1 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
18
Yoshinobu Yamamoto
 6.0 IP, 9 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start
29
Tarik Skubal
 6.0 IP, 7 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start
33
Eric Lauer
 6.1 IP, 6 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start

Dodgers News

The Dodgers are gearing up for a critical stretch run, and the return of Tyler Glasnow from the IL couldn't come at a better time. His activation strengthens a bullpen that now sees Eric Lauer transitioning from the rotation, adding depth as they face the formidable Braves in Atlanta. Meanwhile, the looming return of Will Smith, who homered in his first rehab game, promises to enhance the lineup even further. Yet, amid this on-field optimism, off-field drama is brewing as Dodgers president Stan Kasten's defensive comments about owner Mark Walter fell flat, raising eyebrows about the team's direction. As the Dodgers sit atop the division at 80-51, they need to channel their energy into winning games, rather than getting distracted by internal controversies.

Sources
Tyler Glasnow's return just quietly bolstered the Dodgers' bullpen as they prepare for stretch run
Dodgersway
Tyler Glasnow's return just quietly bolstered the Dodgers' bullpen as they prepare for stretch run
Tyler Glasnow’s return from the IL allows the Los Angeles Dodgers to move Eric Lauer from the rotation into the bullpen.
 Dodgers president’s agitated response to Mark Walter questions isn't reassuring
Dodgersway
Dodgers president’s agitated response to Mark Walter questions isn't reassuring
Los Angeles Dodgers president and CEO Stan Kasten spoke up to try and defend his friend Mark Walter, but his words had the opposite effect.
 How two decades of friendship have shaped Freddie Freeman and Jason Heyward
Latimes
How two decades of friendship have shaped Freddie Freeman and Jason Heyward
Freddie Freeman and Jason Heyward first met when they were 16, and were teammates on the Atlanta Braves and the Dodgers. But that's only part of their story.
 Glasnow shakes off early trouble in 1st start since May
MLB.com
Glasnow shakes off early trouble in 1st start since May
ATLANTA -- The Dodgers’ starting rotation received a major boost on Tuesday, with right-hander Tyler Glasnow being activated from the 60-day injured list ahead of their 4-3 series-opening loss to the Braves at Truist Park.​
 Nearing return to Dodgers, Smith homers in first rehab game
MLB.com
Nearing return to Dodgers, Smith homers in first rehab game
ATLANTA -- The Dodgers kicked off a three-game series against the Braves at Truist Park on Tuesday while taking another step toward getting their starting catcher back in the fold. Will Smith officially began a Minor League rehab assignment on Tuesday with Triple-A Oklahoma City, marking a key milestone in
 Dodgers Activate Tyler Glasnow
Mlbtraderumors
Dodgers Activate Tyler Glasnow
August 25: The Dodgers have now officially announced Glasnow’s activation, filling their 40-man roster. Righty Paul Gervase has been optioned to open an active roster spot. August 22: Dodgers right-hander Tyler Glasnow will rejoin the club early next week for a series against the Braves, manager Dave Roberts told reporters, including Fabian Ardaya of The […]

Dodgers Upcoming Schedule

The Los Angeles Dodgers host the St. Louis Cardinals for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.

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