The week ended well for Los Angeles Dodgersbecause this Sunday, September 15, they achieved an exciting victory after defeating the Atlanta Braves 9 x 2 as visitors, strengthening themselves at the top of the Western Division of the National League with two weeks remaining until the end of the 2024 season. Major League Baseball (MLB).
The home team, competing for a wild card spot, took the lead in the third round after Matt Olson He got a ticket with the bases loaded and then, Travis Darnaud Progress increased by one song allowed Jorge Soler Put the partial 2×0.
But despite his long absence from the match, Los Angeles Dodgers He didn’t give up and in the fifth episode Shohei Otani He achieved his 31st double this year driving the car. Max Muncy The gap was narrowed when the Japanese struck again in the seventh inning with a two-run home run to tie the duel at two apiece.
The Los Angeles Dodgers took advantage of the opportunity to finally capitalize.
However, the Californians’ biggest offensive fest came in the top of the ninth. Just when it looked like they were going to extra innings, California’s bats came.
And the one who opened the way was Mokey Beatswho drove in Smith, ending the tie. However, it was the start of a run that was extended by a Freddie Freeman single and a home run in a row. Teoscar HernandezTommy Edman and Max Muncy respectively.
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Later, Venezuelans’ morale rose to its highest levels. Brosdal Graterol He stood on the mound to strike out Gio Urshela and retire both Whit Merrifield and Michael Harris To seal the victory.
now, Los Angeles Dodgers They have an 88-61 record, putting them 3.5 games ahead of the San Diego Padres and 5.0 games ahead of the Panthers. arizona diamondbacks. while, Atlanta Braves He now has the same record as the New York Mets (81-68), his main rival in the National League wild card race.
Best of Los Angeles Dodgers
- Shohei Ohtani: 4-2, 2 2B, 2 RBI, 1 AC
- Tommy Edman: 5-2, 1 HR, 1 2B, 1 RBI, 1 CA
- Max Muncy: 5-2, 1 HR, 2 CA, 1 RBI
Best for Atlanta Braves
- Travis Daranoud: 4-1, 1 RBI
- Matt Olson: 2-1, 1 RBI, 2 BB
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