The Los Angeles Dodgers lost to the San Francisco Giants 6-2, marking their fourth consecutive loss by four or more runs, a feat not seen since 1936. This is only the second time in franchise history that the Dodgers have experienced such a losing streak.
Key points
Los Angeles Dodgers lost to San Francisco Giants 6-2
Dodgers on a four-game losing streak
Four consecutive losses by four or more runs
Last similar streak occurred in July 1936
Only second time in franchise history for this streak
Los Angeles DodgersSan Francisco GiantsYoshinobu YamamotoEric Haase
May 12, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto (18) reacts during the fifth inning as San Francisco Giants catcher Eric Haase (18) runs the bases after hitting his second solo home run of the game at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
May 12, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto (18) reacts during the fifth inning as San Francisco Giants catcher Eric Haase (18) runs the bases after hitting his second solo home run of the game at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
With their four-run loss in Tuesdayâs game, the Dodgers lost their fourth game in a row by four or more runs, which hasnât happened since July 1-4, 1936. Additionally, itâs only the second time the Dodgers have suffered a streak like this in franchise history.
Per MLB.comâs Sonja Chen, every other MLB team has suffered a similar streak at least four times since 1936.
Q&A
How long is the Dodgers' current losing streak?
The Dodgers are currently on a four-game losing streak.
When was the last time the Dodgers lost four games in a row by four or more runs?
The last occurrence was from July 1-4, 1936.
How does the Dodgers' losing streak compare to other MLB teams?
Every other MLB team has experienced a similar streak of four consecutive losses by four or more runs at least four times since 1936.
What was the score of the Dodgers vs. Giants game on May 12, 2026?
The Dodgers lost to the Giants with a score of 6-2.
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May 12, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto (18) reacts during the fifth inning as San Francisco Giants catcher Eric Haase (18) runs the bases after hitting his second solo home run of the game at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
May 12, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto (18) reacts during the fifth inning as San Francisco Giants catcher Eric Haase (18) runs the bases after hitting his second solo home run of the game at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
How Did the Dodgers Lose Tuesday?
The Dodgers took an early-ish lead for the second game in a row against the Giants, but their sluggish offense failed to keep up with their opponentsâwho score the fewest runs per game in MLB.
After Shohei Ohtani took a one-run lead back for the Dodgers, starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto allowed back-to-back homers to No. 8 and 9 hitters Harrison Bader and Eric Haase. The visitors tacked three more runs onto their lead in the top of the seventh.
What Are The Dodgersâ Biggest Problems?
For nearly a month, the Dodgers have struggled to generate much offenseâno matter who theyâre facing.
The Dodgers ranked fifth in MLB in runs scored through April with 167, just 10 fewer than the MLB-leading Atlanta Braves. Since then, though, theyâre in a four-way tie for 16th with just 41 scored. A large reason for this is their inability to capitalize on some of the situations theyâve put themselves in.
Since the month began, the Dodgers have just one hit with the bases loaded, a situation theyâve faced on 10 occasions. The Dodgersâ collective averages sit at or below league average with both runners on and in scoring position, and their failures to convert when put into these situations is clearly detrimental to their overall results.
Perhaps the Dodgersâ biggest issue, though, has been the absence of the home run. LA has just 10 homers this month, sitting right in the middle of the pack among other MLB teams. In high-leverage situations, though, the Dodgers are yet to hit a home run in 25 at-bats.
This inability to rise to the challenge in clutch situations is costing the team dearly, as several of their losses have come in games where they had the opportunity to take the lead.
The Dodgers will play their series finale against the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday, and will look to reawaken their bats as they try to claw their way back into first place in the NL West. First pitch for the series finale comes Wednesday at 7:10 p.m. PT.
Why do you think the Dodgers have struggled so much over the past month?
