The Dodgers pulled away late in last night’s game for their 96th win of the season. They still hold a four-game lead over the Braves for home field in the National League, and still have a couple weeks to fine-tune things before games begin to really matter again. First, the middle game against the Mets, who saw a four-game winning streak snap last night. Today’s game features some extra narrative, as a Dodger who seemed like the runaway Cy Young winner battles a guy that has quietly gotten himself back in the conversation.
Hyun-Jin Ryu makes his 27th start of the season tonight.