Dodgers aren’t cashing in scoring chances, and aren’t creating them either

TL;DR

The Dodgers have struggled offensively, scoring only 3.75 runs per game and losing six of their last seven home games. Manager Dave Roberts emphasized the need to capitalize on scoring opportunities, which have been limited.

Key points

Dodgers scored only 3.75 runs per game recently
Manager Dave Roberts emphasized need to capitalize on scoring chances
Dodgers have lost six of their last seven home games
Team hit only 18 home runs in last 20 games

Los Angeles DodgersSan Francisco GiantsNew York MetsMax Muncy

Los Angeles, CA, United States - May 12, 2026:Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy (13) reacts after striking out during the eighth inning of an MLB game against the San Francisco Giants at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA. (Eric Thayer / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers swept the New York Mets four weeks ago, their second sweep in four series at Dodger Stadium at that point, running their record to 14-4. It feels like a lifetime ago now. The Dodgers also won their next game, the series opener at Coors Field for a 15-4 record. They did not win that series. They’ve lost the first two games of this four-game series against the San Francisco Giants, which means they won’t win this series either. The Dodgers have only won two of their last eight series, going just 9-14 since that hot start, including six losses in their last seven home games. After leaving a four-game series at Coors Field on April 20, the Dodgers have scored only 3.75 runs per game, hitting just .235/.322/.364 with a 96 wRC+, ranking 24th in MLB in slugging percentage during that time and in 20 games, after hitting 42 home runs in their first 22 games. “When you’re not really slugging, or you’re not throwing out double-digit hits a night, then the opportunities are few and far between. Our margins on the offensive side are more finite,” manager Dave Roberts said Tuesday. “You get a guy to second base to lead off an inning, you’ve got to get them to third, and then you try to get that point across. We’re just not doing that, on top of not slugging and not creating a bunch of traffic and stress.” Two losses this week against the Giants have been different, at least offensively. On Monday night , with just two hits in 10 at-bats with runners in scoring position. On Tuesday, , and did not collect a hit in their all of three at-bats with runners in scoring position. All three of those at-bats were with the bases loaded, in the first and eighth innings, plus a sacrifice fly that brought home the Dodgers’ first run. “It’s on us to get those runs in when we can, because it’s not easy with the pitching you’re facing in this league,” right fielder said. “Whenever you have opportunities in this league, you have to capitalize on it.” The Dodgers with the bases loaded this season have eight hits, including a home run and double in 39 at-bats with the bases loaded, plus two walks and five sacrifice flies, hitting .205/.217/.308 with . In the Dodgers’ last 13 games, they’ve scored three or fewer runs 10 times, going 4-9 with a pair of four-game losing streaks. With runners in scoring position over those last two weeks, they are hitting .242/.345/.326 with a 92 wRC+ , and they , at just 8.77 per game. “When you don’t get a whole lot of opportunities, and you don’t cash in on the couple that you do get, you don’t score a lot of runs,” Roberts said.

Q&A

Why are the Dodgers struggling to score runs in recent games?

The Dodgers have scored only 3.75 runs per game recently, hitting just .235 and ranking low in slugging percentage, indicating a lack of offensive production.

What did Dodgers manager Dave Roberts say about their offensive performance?

Dave Roberts highlighted the importance of capitalizing on scoring opportunities, stating that when they don't create or convert chances, they struggle to score runs.

How many home runs have the Dodgers hit in their last 20 games?

The Dodgers have hit only 18 home runs in their last 20 games, which ties them for 20th in the league.

What is the Dodgers' record over their last eight series?

The Dodgers have only won two of their last eight series, going 9-14 since their strong start.