Dodgers Secure Victory Over Astros, Avoid Sweep
- River Ryan achieved his first victory in Major League Baseball with an impressive performance.
- Teoscar Hernández contributed by hitting his 22nd home run of the season.
- The Dodgers secured a solid 6-2 victory against the Astros, showcasing their competitive edge.
HOUSTON (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched a 6-2 victory against the Houston Astros on Sunday, preventing a series sweep. Teoscar Hernández contributed significantly with his 22nd home run, while River Ryan marked his first major league win, striking out eight batters. Dodgers' player Gavin Lux expressed satisfaction with the win, emphasizing the importance of gaining momentum heading into their off day. In a pivotal moment during the eighth inning, Hernández launched a slider from Bryan King into the left field stands, extending the Dodgers' lead to 3-2. Manager Dave Roberts praised Ryan's effective use of his pitching arsenal, noting that he performed well despite allowing one run on two hits over 5 2/3 innings. Lux also shone in the sixth inning, hitting a two-run homer that further solidified the Dodgers' advantage. The Astros managed to score two runs, including a two-run homer from Yainer Diaz in the sixth, but struggled with runners in scoring position, finishing 1 for 10 in those situations. Houston's pitcher, Arrighetti, faced challenges as he allowed three runs on four hits while striking out eight. Looking ahead, the Dodgers are set to face the San Diego Padres in a two-game series starting Tuesday, with RHP Tyler Glasnow scheduled to pitch against RHP Matt Waldron. Austin Barnes continued his impressive form, extending his hitting streak to 12 games with a single in the fifth inning.