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First Inning As the Dodgers gear up to face the Nationals at Dodger Stadium, fans can expect an intriguing battle from the very first inning. The Dodgers have been showcasing a strong offensive lineup, as evidenced by their recent performances against the Padres. In their last three games, they've consistently managed to score early runs, particularly in innings two and four. This trend suggests that they might look to capitalize on any early opportunities against the Nationals' pitching staff.

<img src="/imgproxy/XBnC4IoNrLvVjioBQQnm0yA9N9zOWwgucTBf1OGqozY/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlL2QxYzgxNDlhNmQ3MzI2ZTc2MDYxYWMwNWY3N2RiMjk0LmpwZw==?image_id=c2398497-6c0b-43cb-b4cb-97492a924258" alt="Apr 9, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) is congratulated by outfielder Michael Conforto (23) after scoring a run against the Washington Nationals during the seventh inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images" title="Apr 9, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) is congratulated by outfielder Michael Conforto (23) after scoring a run against the Washington Nationals during the seventh inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images" /> The Dodgers' hitters have demonstrated patience at the plate with a solid on-base percentage in recent outings. Their ability to draw walks and get runners on base has been crucial in setting up scoring chances. With players like Freddie Freeman leading the charge, expect them to continue this approach against Washington's pitchers.

Middle Innings Moving into the middle innings, pitching will play a pivotal role for both teams. The Dodgers' bullpen has been reliable lately, maintaining low earned run averages and keeping opposing hitters off balance with a mix of groundballs and strikeouts. Their ability to limit base runners will be crucial in preventing any momentum shifts that could favor Washington.

<img src="/imgproxy/-tqpzPwBDSs_wScBZesodgEepR2rsSepb8BnsBUIhTU/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlLzRjM2ViNmNkNTAxMmFlZWI0NmU4M2YwNTNlOTBmNzU3LmpwZw==?image_id=9e0f84a5-d458-4177-992c-de0202cf4808" alt="Apr 9, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) scores a run against the Washington Nationals during the first inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images" title="Apr 9, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) scores a run against the Washington Nationals during the first inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images" /> Defensively, Los Angeles has shown resilience by minimizing errors and executing double plays when needed. This defensive prowess will be vital as they aim to stifle any potential rallies from Washington's lineup during these critical middle innings.

Late Innings As we approach the late innings of this matchup, expect strategic decisions from both managers that could influence the outcome of this game significantly. The Dodgers have displayed depth in their bullpen options recently; however, timely hitting remains essential if they wish to secure victory over Washington's formidable roster.

<img src="/imgproxy/WH30poL9kfb8bu1n8BdrXfK5RL9up3GUcUiYstQtxRo/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlL2FjZjMyZTQ5MDhmZGU5ODUzYzcxOWIwMTM5OTViMmNhLmpwZw==?image_id=180fbcd1-fbff-4bb6-bb33-02cdcc1547e3" alt="Apr 9, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts (50) is congratulated by two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) after scoring against the Washington Nationals during the first inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images" title="Apr 9, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts (50) is congratulated by two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) after scoring against the Washington Nationals during the first inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images" /> Fans should keep an eye out for key substitutions or pinch-hitting scenarios where Los Angeles may seek advantageous matchups against specific pitchers within these final frames - especially given how close previous encounters between these teams have been historically!

The upcoming game is scheduled for June 21st at 7:10 PM local time (PDT) at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles; fans can catch all action live via SportsNet LA broadcast network coverage! Don't miss out – share your thoughts about what you anticipate happening during tonight’s exciting contest!

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