The Los Angeles Dodgers delivered a stunning performance against the New York Yankees, triumphing 18-2 on Saturday night at Dodger Stadium. As the defending champions, the Dodgers are now aiming to sweep the series in the Sunday finale of this exciting rematch of last year’s Fall Classic.
Unfortunately, star outfielder Mookie Betts will be sidelined for the series finale due to a fractured toe. Hyeseong Kim made an impressive mark on Saturday by not only filling in for Betts at shortstop but also achieving a historic feat: he became the only player in modern MLB history to record four or more hits, a home run, an unassisted double play, and an outfield assist in a single game.
Looking ahead to Sunday’s matchup, the Dodgers have chosen Miguel Rojas to start at shortstop, having done so during the series opener on Friday. The team will face Yankees left-hander Ryan Yarbrough, which has led to Michael Conforto sitting in the lineup. Tommy Edman is set to cover center field, while Andy Pages will take over left field.
The Dodgers’ starting lineup for the game includes notable names such as Shohei Ohtani as the designated hitter, Teoscar Hernandez in right field, and Freddie Freeman at first base. On the mound, promising right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto takes the start. Currently boasting a record of 6-3 and an impressive 1.97 ERA with 75 strikeouts, Yamamoto looks to continue his strong performance throughout the season.
For those wishing to catch the action, the game is scheduled for 4:10 p.m. PT/7:10 p.m. ET on Sunday, with broadcast coverage available on ESPN.
This exciting matchup symbolizes the competitive spirit of Major League Baseball, highlighting both emerging talents and seasoned veterans in a thrilling atmosphere. It’s a great time to be a Dodgers fan, with the team showing phenomenal prowess on the field.