THE GAME: The Dodgers' split-squad team was held in check by Milwaukee Brewers pitching in a 3-1 loss in Maryvale Sunday afternoon.
PITCHING REPORT: Scott Kazmir made his biggest strides of the spring. After giving up two runs (one earned) on four hits in the first two innings, Kazmir retired the final six batters he faced, three on strikeouts. … Joe Blanton allowed a run on three hits in his first inning of work Sunday then followed up with two scoreless innings.
HITTING REPORT: Charlie Culberson drove in the Dodgers’ only run with a solo home run off Brewers starter Jimmy Nelson.