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Dodgers and Blue Jays to Ignite the Diamond at Rogers Centre

As the Los Angeles Dodgers prepare to face off against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain their recent momentum. The Dodgers have been on a tear, showcasing a potent offense that has consistently put runs on the board. In their last game against the Washington Nationals, they hammered out 20 hits and scored 11 runs, with an impressive batting average of .435 and an on-base plus slugging (OPS) of 1.143.


Jul 25, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers center fielder James Outman (33) celebrates after hitting a walk-off double in the 10th inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Their hitting prowess was not limited to just one game; in another recent matchup with the Nationals, they managed nine hits and four runs. However, it's not just their bats that have been hot—their pitching staff has also been delivering solid performances. In a shutout victory over the New York Mets, Dodgers pitchers held their opponents to just seven hits while striking out ten batters.


The bullpen deserves special mention for its role in these victories. They've maintained a zero earned run average (ERA) across multiple games while keeping opposing batters' average low.


Jul 25, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith (16) tags out Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Kevin Kiermaier (39) out at home plate in the 10th inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

As we look towards this upcoming clash at Rogers Centre—a venue known for its hitter-friendly confines—the question is whether the Dodgers can continue this offensive onslaught while relying on their pitchers to keep the Blue Jays' hitters at bay.


Fans can catch all of this action live on SportsNet LA when these two teams meet on April 27th at 7:07 PM UTC. With both teams eager to assert dominance early in the season, this game promises excitement and high stakes as each team looks to secure another win in their ledger.


Jul 25, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman (5) crosses home plate after hitting a solo home run in the first inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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