In first baseman Max Muncy’s initial at-bat in Wednesday’s game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, between pitches, a faint few smatterings of “M-V-P” rang out amid a packed Dodger Stadium crowd. Perhaps it was the fact that Muncy had cooled off ever-so-slightly since the All-Star break. Aided by Muncy’s bat and bountiful contributions from the top of the lineup, the Dodgers wasted no time jumping on Pirates starter J.T. When the dust settled, each of the Dodgers’ first four hitters had led off the game with a hit. AdvertisementDodgers relief pitcher Mitch White throws to a Pittsburgh Pirates batter during the second inning on Wednesday at Dodger Stadium.

Source: Los Angeles Times August 19, 2021 05:48 UTC