The Los Angeles Dodgers celebrated a thrilling victory over the San Diego Padres on Monday, which marked a significant return for Shohei Ohtani as he made his pitching debut for the team after a 22-month hiatus.
As the Dodgers prepare for the second game of a four-game series against the Padres, they will face right-hander Randy Vasquez, who has a solid 3.57 ERA across 68 innings this season. In his recent matchup against the Dodgers, Vasquez managed to throw 4.2 innings, yielding only two hits and one earned run, though the Dodgers ultimately secured the win.
The Dodgers will go with southpaw Jack Dryer on the mound for Tuesday’s matchup. The promising 26-year-old boasts an impressive 2.78 ERA over 35.2 innings, ranking him 42 percent above league average with an ERA+. He has also recorded 35 strikeouts while allowing just 15 walks this season.
Fans can look forward to the game, which is scheduled to start at 7:10 p.m. PT/10:10 p.m. ET and will be available for viewing on TBS and SNLA.
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This matchup presents a great chance for the Dodgers to build momentum, especially with Ohtani back in action and a talented lineup ready to compete. The energy surrounding the team is palpable, and the fans are eager to see what unfolds in the next game.