Dodgers’ Pitching Struggles Continue in Loss to Diamondbacks as Losing Streak Reaches 4
- The Los Angeles Dodgers lost 9-5 to the Arizona Diamondbacks at Dodger Stadium on May 19, 2025, marking their fourth consecutive defeat.
- This losing streak stems from persistent pitching challenges, including 14 injured pitchers and a staff ERA ranking 24th in MLB at 4.41.
- Despite solo home runs by Mookie Betts and Shohei Ohtani, the Dodgers fell behind early as Diamondbacks hitters combined for multiple multi-run homers.
- Dodgers manager Dave Roberts acknowledged the pitching staff is not what was expected this season and stressed the need to avoid extra outs and improve defense.
- The loss highlights ongoing struggles with pitching depth and execution, suggesting continued difficulties for the Dodgers until injured players return healthy.
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