Dodgers Eye Pitching Help Amid Injury Woes

The Los Angeles Dodgers have struggled with injuries impacting both their starting rotation and bullpen, forcing reliance on inexperienced pitchers and underperforming high-priced relievers such as Tanner Scott, who has a 4.72 ERA and multiple recent blown saves. Despite these pitching challenges, the Dodgers' offense has sparked late-game comebacks, exemplified by a rally against the Mets, though bullpen struggles have cost them victories. Max Muncy has rebounded from an early-season slump to hit nine home runs, aided by the team's continued support. The Dodgers' management is reportedly exploring trade options, including a possible move to reacquire former ace Walker Buehler from Boston, to reinforce their pitching staff. The team recently split a series with the Mets, showcasing both their resilience and ongoing vulnerabilities. Elsewhere in the NL West, the Padres edged the Giants 1-0 in extra innings, with both teams also contending with injuries and inconsistent play.