Preview for Dodgers vs. Phillies
This weekend, Citizens Bank Park will host a showdown between the Los Angeles Dodgers (8-0) and the Philadelphia Phillies (5-1), two of baseball’s strongest teams from last year.
Game Schedule
| Date | Start Time | Starting Pitchers | TV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri., April 4 | 6:45 p.m. ET | LHP Jesús Luzardo vs. RHP Yoshinobu Yamamoto | Apple TV+ |
| Sat., April 5 | 4:05 p.m. ET | RHP Aaron Nola vs. RHP Roki Sasaki | NBC Sports Philly+, SportsNet LA, FS1 |
| Sun., April 6 | 1:35 p.m. ET | LHP Cristopher Sánchez vs. RHP Tyler Glasnow | NBC Sports Philly, SportsNet LA |
Key Notes
- The Dodgers are off to a historic start, boasting an undefeated record of 8-0, making it the best initial run by a defending World Series champion in MLB history.
- Freddie Freeman will miss the series due to an ankle injury sustained during a shower mishap. Enrique Hernández and Max Muncy are expected to step up in his absence.
- The Phillies have shown a pattern of scoring predominantly late in the games, emphasizing the importance of strong late-game performance.
- Luzardo and Sánchez’s presence on the mound poses challenges for the Dodgers, who are currently not as productive against left-handed pitchers.
- The season is still young, and both teams have players to watch. Notable Dodgers include Michael Conforto and Shohei Ohtani, while the Phillies’ lineup starts strong with Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper.
Predictions
Expect the Phillies to take two of three games this weekend, leveraging their home advantage and pitching depth.
