The Dodgers lost a pair of split-squad games on Saturday, 9-3 to the Giants at Camelback Ranch and 8-4 to the Royals at Surprise Stadium. The Dodgers are 1-2 in Cactus League play.
ON THE MOUND: Ross Stripling gave up a triple to Giants outfielder Gregor Blanco in the first at-bat of the game but recovered for a scoreless inning. He struck out first baseman Brandon Belt and outfielder Jarrett Parker to avoid any damage. Stripling threw an additional inning in the bullpen. San Francisco scored four runs against Dodgers non-roster invitee Manny Banuelos. In Surprise, the Royals tagged Dodgers pitcher Zach Neal for three runs in two innings.