In 16 games since April 21, the Dodgers have outscored opponents 100-31 and hit .286 with 28 homers, 35 doubles, 73 walks and only 99 strikeouts. Their pitchers have combined for a 1.74 ERA, yielding 28 earned runs and 12 homers in 145 innings. Dodgers starting pitchers have notched 11 quality starts and allowed 23 earned runs in 94 1/3 innings in the 16 games, good for a 2.19 ERA. But when you pitch as well as they did — the Dodgers did not walk a batter — you don't have to. "He's been very consistent with his command, his conviction, his confidence, and as a result, he's gone deeper into games," Roberts said.

Source: Los Angeles Times May 09, 2024 00:56 UTC