Dodger Stadium was quiet for seven innings on Friday night, but erupted in applause in the eighth when Freddie Freeman hit a grand slam, securing a 4-1 victory over the Boston Red Sox. Miguel Vargas and Shohei Ohtani set the stage for Freeman’s heroics by getting on base, and Daniel Hudson closed out the game with a save. Gavin Stone had a solid outing for the Dodgers, only allowing one run in five innings. The win was much needed for the Dodgers, who had been struggling in recent games.
Stone faced a scary moment when he was hit by a line drive off the bat of Rafael Devers, but he was able to shake it off and pitch out of a jam in the fourth inning. The Dodgers have been dealing with injuries to several key pitchers, so Stone’s performance was crucial for the team. Despite a defensive blunder by Vargas, the Dodgers were able to overcome it with strong pitching and timely hitting.
The victory over the Red Sox was a much-needed confidence boost for the Dodgers as they look to maintain their lead in the National League West. With several key players on the injured list, the team will need more performances like Stone’s to stay competitive in the second half of the season. The win showcased the Dodgers’ resiliency and ability to come out on top in tough games.
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