The Dodgers lost to the Padres 2-1 and fell to 73-56, leaving two runners stranded in the ninth and surrendering the NL West lead as the Padres tied them for first. The team activated LHP Tanner Scott and optioned RHP Matt Sauer in a corresponding roster move. Kiké Hernández is progressing from a left elbow sprain sustained in early July, and manager Dave Roberts called a return as early as next week feasible. The Boston Red Sox removed former Dodger Walker Buehler from their rotation after he posted a 5.40 ERA across 22 starts. Additional team notes include lineup and coaching updates, injury reporting, and commentary on Michael Conforto.
Additionally, utility star Kiké Hernández has a promising update as he recovers from his left elbow sprain in early July. There had been recent concern that the fan favorite wouldn't return this season, but manager Dave Roberts asserted that a return as early as next week is 'feasible.' Finally, the Boston Red Sox made a massive decision regarding former Dodger Walker Buehler.
The Los Angeles Dodgers lost to the San Diego Padres, 2-1, on Friday night and fell to 73-56 on the year. Ahead of the eventual loss, the Dodgers made a roster move and activated a former Padres pitcher from the injured list. Right-hander Matt Sauer was optioned in a corresponding move. The Dodgers drop the series opener to the Padres 2-1, with two runners left stranded in the ninth.
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