The Los Angeles Dodgers hosted the Philadelphia Phillies at Dodger Stadium on August 7, 2024, with the Phillies coming out on top with a 6-2 victory. Key performances included Edmundo Sosa’s standout showing, as he hit a home run and drove in three RBIs, while Kyle Schwarber also added a home run, contributing to the team’s offense. Cristopher Sánchez earned the win, pitching 6 innings with only 1 earned run allowed. Clayton Kershaw, who took the loss for the Dodgers, struggled with just 4.2 innings pitched, giving up 5 hits and 1 earned run.
The Phillies dominated the early innings, with a 4-run outburst in the 6th inning. Notable plays included a key single from Nick Castellanos that scored two runs and another from Sosa that brought in two more. Meanwhile, the Dodgers managed a solo home run from Teoscar Hernández in the 8th but couldn’t close the gap.
The game was played under clear skies, with a temperature of 25.6°C and mild winds from the southeast. Despite a strong crowd of 47,150 fans, the Dodgers struggled offensively, while the Phillies capitalized on their chances.
Dodgers Match Player Stats
| Player Name | At Bats (AB) | Hits (H) | Home Runs (HR) | RBIs | Walks (BB) | Strikeouts (K) | Batting Average (AVG) | On-Base Percentage (OBP) | Slugging Percentage (SLG) | OPS | Runs Scored (R) | Stolen Bases (SB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teoscar Hernández | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | .250 | .300 | .600 | .900 | 1 | 0 |
| Freddie Freeman | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | .250 | .375 | .250 | .625 | 0 | 0 |
| Mookie Betts | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | .250 | .333 | .250 | .583 | 0 | 0 |
| Will Smith | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | .000 | .250 | .000 | .250 | 0 | 0 |
| Max Muncy | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | .000 | .333 | .000 | .333 | 0 | 0 |
| J.D. Martinez | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .333 | .333 | .333 | .667 | 0 | 0 |
| David Peralta | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .250 | .250 | .250 | .500 | 0 | 0 |
| Chris Taylor | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .250 | .250 | .250 | .500 | 0 | 0 |
| Gavin Lux | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .250 | .250 | .250 | .500 | 0 | 0 |
| Clayton Kershaw | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0 | 0 |
Phillies Match Player Stats
| Player Name | Position | At Bats (AB) | Runs (R) | Hits (H) | Home Runs (HR) | RBIs | Walks (BB) | Strikeouts (SO) | Batting Average (BA) | On Base Percentage (OBP) | Slugging Percentage (SLG) | On Base Plus Slugging (OPS) | Stolen Bases (SB) | Caught Stealing (CS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player 1 | Position 1 | AB Value | R Value | H Value | HR Value | RBI Value | BB Value | SO Value | BA Value | OBP Value | SLG Value | OPS Value | SB Value | CS Value |
| Full Match Details | |
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| Match Summary | Detailed description of the match, including key moments, scores, and final result. |
| Head to Head | Team A: Wins, Team B: Wins, Draws, etc. (Provide detailed statistics and record between the two teams). |
| Player Comparison | Comparison of key players’ stats like goals scored, assists, passes completed, etc. (Can be a mini-table inside the cell). |
| Upcoming Fixtures | List of upcoming matches with dates, opponent teams, and venues. |
| Team Lineups | Details of the starting lineup for both teams. |
| Venue | Stadium/ground name, location, and any other relevant information about the venue. |
| Day, Date, and Temperature of Last Match | Provide the specific day, date, and temperature conditions for the last match. |
| Player of the Match | Name of the player who was awarded the player of the match title. |
| Fans Reactions | Summary of how fans reacted to the match, including social media reactions and stadium atmosphere. |
| Injuries | Details of any injuries to players during the match and expected recovery. |
| Coach Reaction | Quote or reaction from the coach regarding the match result and player performance. |
| Players Substituted | List of players substituted during the match along with the reasons or timings of substitution. |
| Players Seated | List of players who were on the bench and not part of the starting lineup. |
| Player Comparison | ||
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| Player | Key Stats | Notes |
| Player 1 | Goals: X, Assists: Y, Passes: Z, etc. | Performance notes, strengths, weaknesses, and any standout achievements. |
| Player 2 | Goals: X, Assists: Y, Passes: Z, etc. | Performance notes, strengths, weaknesses, and any standout achievements. |
| Upcoming Fixtures | |
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| Date | Opponent |
| MM/DD/YYYY | Team A vs Team B |
| Team Lineups | |
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| Team A | Player Names (Starting 11) |
| Team B | Player Names (Starting 11) |
| Venue Details | |
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| Stadium Name | Venue location and any other details. |
| City | City where the match is played. |
| Capacity | Seating capacity of the venue. |
| Match Day, Date, and Temperature | |
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| Day | Specific day of the match (e.g., Monday, Saturday, etc.) |
| Date | MM/DD/YYYY |
| Temperature | Temperature during the match (e.g., 75°F / 24°C) |
| Player of the Match | |
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| Player Name | Details about why the player was chosen for this honor (e.g., match-winning goals, assists, defensive skills). |
| Fans Reactions | |
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| Reactions | Summary of fan reactions on social media, from the stadium, or through fan surveys. |
| Injuries | |
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| Player Name | Injury details, expected recovery time, and impact on upcoming fixtures. |
| Coach Reaction | |
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| Coach Name | Coach’s reaction after the match, including thoughts on the performance and upcoming challenges. |
| Substituted Players | |
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| Player Name | Time of substitution, reason, and impact of the change. |
| Players Seated | |
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| Player Name | Reason for being seated and any comments on their involvement in the game. |