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Dodgers, Yamamoto Top Mets in Pitching Duel
TL;DR
The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the New York Mets 2-1, with Kyle Tucker driving in the winning run. The game featured a strong pitching performance from Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who struck out seven batters over 7.2 innings.
Kyle Tucker knocked in a run late to give the Los Angeles Dodgers a 2-1 win over the New York Mets. The game was largely a pitching duel dominated by Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Nolan McClean.
How Did Yoshinobu Yamamoto Pitch Against the Mets?
Yamamoto threw 7.2 innings and allowed only four hits, one walk and one run against seven strikeouts.
After a leadoff home run given up to Francisco Lindor, he retired 20 straight Mets.
He left runners on the corners with two outs in the eighth inning, but Blake Treinen struck out Luis Robert Jr. to end the inning.
Apr 14, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto (18) reacts after pitching out of a jam stranding two New York Mets players on base in the seventh inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
How Did Nolan McClean Do?
He was similarly dominant, striking out eight batters in seven innings of work.
He allowed two hits, two walks and one run.
Dodgers Offense Comes Alive After McClean Leaves
Tucker then knocked in Miguel Rojas on a single to left field, a hit that’s likely to assuage some of the concern that he had been underperforming his $240 million contract, the highest in the league by annual value.
Alex Vesia then came in for the save, meaning Edwin Diaz has only Wednesday’s game left if he is to play against his former team this series.
Shohei Ohtani’s On-Base Streak Rolls On
That’s now 48 straight games that Shohei Ohtani has reached base safely after he was intentionally walked by the Mets in the eighth inning.
What’s Next for the Dodgers?
The Dodgers (13-4) and Nationals (7-11) play for a final time this series Wednesday night at 7 p.m. for the Jackie Robinson Day game.
Q&A
What was Yoshinobu Yamamoto's performance against the Mets?
Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitched 7.2 innings, allowing four hits, one walk, and one run while striking out seven batters.
Who scored the winning run for the Dodgers against the Mets?
Kyle Tucker knocked in the winning run for the Dodgers in their 2-1 victory over the Mets.
What was the final score of the Dodgers vs Mets game?
The final score of the game was 2-1 in favor of the Los Angeles Dodgers.
