Dodgers Power past Rockies, Extend NL West Lead to Two games
Los Angeles, CA – A dominant pitching performance from Emmet Sheehan and a powerful display at the plate, highlighted by two home runs from Teoscar Hernández, propelled the Los Angeles Dodgers to a decisive 7-2 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday night. The win extends the Dodgers’ lead in the National League West to two games over the San Diego Padres, who fell to Cincinnati 4-2.
Sheehan (6-3) delivered a masterful seven-inning outing, allowing just three hits and striking out nine. He began the game with 15 consecutive outs before surrendering a single to kyle Karros – the son of former Dodgers star Eric Karros – in the sixth. This continues a promising season for the young right-hander, who previously threw six no-hit innings in his major league debut earlier this year.
The Dodgers’ offense provided ample support. Mookie Betts launched a two-run homer in the third, and Hernández connected for solo shots in both the fourth and eighth innings, bringing his RBI total to 80 for the season. Freddie Freeman also added to the power surge with a home run of his own.
“We’re swinging the bats well, and Emmet was outstanding tonight,” said Dodgers manager Dave Roberts after the game.”That’s a winning combination.”
Colorado struggled to contain the Dodgers’ attack,with starter Germán Márquez (3-13) taking the loss after allowing five runs on six hits in five innings. The Rockies’ offense managed just two runs, one on an RBI single by Tyler Freeman in the sixth, and the other a late solo home run by Hunter Goodman – his 30th of the season – in the ninth.
The Rockies’ loss marks a notably low point in a challenging season. with 105 losses, they have now set a franchise record for defeats, with 17 games still remaining on the schedule.
Key to the Game:
Sheehan’s Dominance: The young pitcher’s ability to control the game and limit the Rockies’ offense was crucial.
dodgers’ Power: The combined home run power of Hernández, Betts, and Freeman proved too much for Colorado to handle.
Key Stat:
The Colorado Rockies have now lost a franchise-record 105 games.
Up Next:
The dodgers and Rockies will continue their series on Wednesday. The Rockies will send LHP Kyle freeland to the mound, while the Dodgers’ pitching matchup is yet to be announced.
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