Dodgers Shut Down Mariners 3-0 with Stone's 10 Strikeouts

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers triumphed over the Seattle Mariners with a 3-0 victory on Monday night, thanks to a stellar performance from pitcher Gavin Stone. Stone struck out a career-high 10 batters over seven innings, showcasing his skill and control on the mound. He credited catcher Will Smith for effectively calling pitches, which was crucial against a Mariners team known for aggressive swinging. The game turned in the seventh inning when Gavin Lux hit a solo home run off Mariners pitcher Bryan Woo, who was having a solid outing until that point. Woo, who left the game after hitting Will Smith, had allowed only two runs and two hits in 6 1/3 innings. Max Muncy followed Lux's homer with a two-run shot off former Dodger Yimi Garcia, marking Muncy's first home run since returning from the injured list due to an oblique strain. Muncy expressed relief at his return to form, stating that once his injury was addressed, he felt as if he had never been sidelined. The Dodgers' offense capitalized on Woo's departure, loading the bases earlier in the inning but were thwarted by a double play that ended the fifth inning. Looking ahead, the Mariners will send RHP Bryce Miller to the mound, who is coming off an impressive performance against Detroit. Meanwhile, the Dodgers will feature RHP Walker Buehler in his second start since returning from the injured list.