LA Dodgers Aim to Sweep Arizona Diamondbacks in Saturday Showdown

Los Angeles, CA – The Los Angeles Dodgers (2-0) look to complete a dominant sweep of the Arizona Diamondbacks (0-2) on Saturday night at Dodger Stadium. This highly anticipated matchup features a compelling pitching duel and offers a glimpse into the potential of both teams this season. The game is scheduled for 9:10 p.m. EDT.

Pitching Probables

The Dodgers will send right-hander Tyler Glasnow (0-0) to the mound, while the Diamondbacks will counter with left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez (0-0). Glasnow, acquired in the offseason, is expected to be a key piece of the Dodgers’ rotation. Rodriguez will be looking to establish himself as a reliable starter for Arizona.

Looking Back: 2025 Season Performance

Last season, the Dodgers showcased their offensive prowess, finishing with a strong 93-69 record overall and an impressive 52-29 mark at home. They consistently put pressure on opposing pitchers, averaging 8.5 hits per game while boasting a .253 team batting average and a powerful .441 slugging percentage. The Arizona Diamondbacks, with an 80-82 record, struggled on the road, posting a 37-44 record. However, they demonstrated offensive capabilities, slugging .433 with a .325 on-base percentage.

Injury Report: A Significant Challenge for Both Teams

Both the Dodgers and Diamondbacks are navigating a significant number of injuries, which could heavily influence the outcome of the series.

Los Angeles Dodgers Injuries:

• Jake Cousins: 15-Day IL (elbow)
• Gavin Stone: 15-Day IL (shoulder)
• Landon Knack: 15-Day IL (undisclosed)
• Bobby Miller: 60-Day IL (shoulder)
• Brusdar Graterol: 15-Day IL (shoulder)
• Brock Stewart: 15-Day IL (shoulder)
• Tommy Edman: 10-Day IL (ankle)
• Blake Snell: 15-Day IL (shoulder)
• Kike Hernandez: 60-Day IL (elbow)
• Evan Phillips: 60-Day IL (elbow)

Arizona Diamondbacks Injuries:

• Tyler Locklear: 10-Day IL (elbow)
• Cristian Mena: 60-Day IL (shoulder)
• Lourdes Gurriel Jr.: 10-Day IL (knee)
• Adrian Del Castillo: 10-Day IL (calf)
• Blake Walston: 60-Day IL (elbow)
• A.J. Puk: 60-Day IL (elbow)
• Merrill Kelly: 15-Day IL (back)
• Andrew Saalfrank: 60-Day IL (shoulder)
• Corbin Burnes: 60-Day IL (elbow)
• Justin Martinez: 60-Day IL (elbow)

These extensive injury lists present challenges for both managers as they strategize and adjust their lineups. The impact of these absences will be closely watched throughout the series.

Stay tuned for updates and analysis as the Dodgers and Diamondbacks battle it out on Saturday night. For more in-depth MLB coverage, visit MLB.com.

This story was created using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar, and was originally published by The Associated Press.