LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers’ return from the All-Star break took an unexpected turn, falling 2-0 to the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday night at Dodger Stadium, opening the second half of the 2025 season on a sour note.
If there’s one thing the Dodgers’ offense can usually count on, it’s generating runs, especially at home. But on Friday night, the Brewers’ Quinn Priester came to play. The right-hander turned in a masterful performance, pitching six shutout innings and allowing just three hits while striking out 10 on the night. Priester was in control all night long, mixing his pitches effectively and keeping the Dodgers off balance with a nasty slider and a sinker that topped out at 95 mph.
Despite a couple of close calls, the Dodgers couldn’t seem to figure him out, stranding runners in key situations and failing to break through.
On the other side, Milwaukee’s offense didn’t exactly light up the scoreboard, but they did enough to secure the win. The Brewers’ runs came in the fifth and seventh inning, sparked by Caleb Durbin, who delivered an RBI double off Tyler Glasnow. Durbin then crushed a solo home run in his next at-bat, his fifth of the year. It was a quiet yet effective approach from the Brewers, as they capitalized on a couple of key mistakes by Glasnow and took advantage of their opportunities.
Glasnow pitched six innings, allowing four hits, one run, and one walk, along with six strikeouts.
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Durbin’s home run was off right-hander Kirby Yates. The Brewers had a chance with runners on second and third and two outs in the ninth inning, but left-hander Anthony Banda came in and got them out of the jam.
While the Dodgers’ pitchers did a solid job of limiting further damage, those two runs proved to be enough on a night when their offense couldn’t get going.
It’s not often the Dodgers get shut out at home, but the offense seemed off all night long. Despite facing an impressive pitcher in Priester, the Dodgers’ hitters couldn’t seem to string together any meaningful rallies. Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman, and Shohei Ohtani were all stymied by Priester, striking out a combined four times, failing to capitalize on the few opportunities they had.
The Dodgers have an opportunity to bounce back Saturday night, as they face off against the Brewers once again. With right-hander Emmet Sheehan taking the mound for the Dodgers and right-hander Freddy Peralta going for the Brewers. The Dodgers will need to show a sense of urgency and play with the focus and energy that have made them such a dominant force in the NL in recent seasons.
In a flurry of news that could shape the Dodgers’ late-season push, manager Dave Roberts has provided updates on key players who are nearing returns, as well as the pitching plans.
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Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani (17) throws a pitch against the San Francisco Giants during the third inning at Oracle Park.
The Dodgers’ ace in the making, Ohtani, is slated to make his next start on the mound Monday after recovering from a brief break. Ohtani, who has been performing at an elite level both as a pitcher and hitter, will get the ball once again, but he won’t be alone. Roberts confirmed that Ohtani will be piggybacked by Dustin May.
Roberts stated that Ohtani is scheduled to have another three-inning appearance on Monday against the Twins.
Max Muncy Making Quick Progress, Could Return “Sooner Than Anticipated”
Max Muncy continues to surprise with his rapid recovery. The powerful slugger has been cleared to swing the bat, throw, and jog, signaling that he is well on his way back to full strength. According to Roberts, Muncy’s return could come “sooner than anticipated,” which would be a significant boost to a lineup that has at times been reliant on the long ball.
Roberts on Muncy: “He’s coming quick. He’s swinging a bat, doing some jogging, throwing.”
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Roberts added that it appears Muncy will return before the original estimate of six weeks. Muncy would add a much-needed power presence to the lineup, as he was starting to perform consistently.
Blake Snell’s Rehab Start: Sunday with Oklahoma City
Left-hander Blake Snell is making progress in his recovery from injury. Manager Dave Roberts has confirmed that his next rehab start will be with Oklahoma City on Sunday. The return of the former Cy Young winner is highly anticipated, as his presence in the rotation could provide a significant boost. Although Snell has only made two starts this season and has not fully taken advantage of the opportunity to wear a Dodgers uniform, if he can regain his form, he could become a vital asset for the Dodgers as they head into the season’s stretch run.
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Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell (7) throws during the first inning against the Atlanta Braves at Dodger Stadium.
It is currently uncertain when Snell will be ready to return to the major leagues, but his upcoming start in the minors represents a significant step towards that goal. Manager Roberts has stated that the organization is taking a cautious approach to ensure Snell is fully prepared before he makes his return to the big leagues, especially after signing a five-year deal worth $182 million.