
Texas
(+1.5)

L.A. Dodgers
(-1.5)
Highlights
Preview
LOS ANGELES (Interstat) — A marquee pitching matchup is set for Sunday afternoon at Dodger Stadium as the Los Angeles Dodgers look to continue their strong start against the Texas Rangers in the finale of a three-game series. The Dodgers (10-3), owners of the best record in the National League, will send right-hander Roki Sasaki (0-1, 4.50 ERA) to the mound. The Rangers (7-6) will counter with veteran ace Jacob deGrom (0-0, 3.60 ERA) in a battle of power arms. First pitch is scheduled for 5:10 p.m. PDT under clear skies with a temperature near 68 degrees. Los Angeles took the series opener 8-7 on Friday afternoon behind a historic three-homer game from Max Muncy. The clubs played a scoreless game Saturday, setting up the rubber match. Muncy, who drove in three runs Friday, is a key bat in a deep Dodgers lineup. He is 6 for 19 (.316) with four home runs over his last five games, though he went 0 for 4 in Saturday’s contest. For Texas, all eyes will be on rookie right-hander Kumar Rocker, who started Friday’s loss. Rocker allowed three runs over five innings in that outing and has pitched to a 4.50 ERA over his first two major league starts. His development is a central storyline for the reigning American League West champions. The Rangers’ offense will aim to rebound after being shut out Saturday. Corey Seager and Evan Carter, who each homered Friday, will look to provide support for deGrom against a tough Dodgers staff. According to National Statistical’s game simulator, the Dodgers are projected to win 7-5. Following Sunday’s game, Texas begins a four-game series at Oakland on Monday. The Dodgers will open a three-game set at home against the New York Mets.