Dodgers Extend Winning Streak
Teoscar Hernandez Powers Dodgers Past Reds for Sixth Straight Victory
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Key Points
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The victory improved Los Angeles’ record to 88-57, and Tanner Scott recorded the save.
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Teoscar Hernández has been one of baseball’s hottest hitters since Aug. 30, going 16-for-32 with 12 RBIs over nine games and raising his season slash line to .266/.333/.423.
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Hernández said his confidence never left during his slump: “I never stopped working. I knew at some point it was going to click.”
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Cincinnati’s Elly De La Cruz kept the game close with a 444-foot home run and also displayed his defensive range with a throw from center field that helped challenge the Dodgers.
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Manager Dave Roberts compared the Dodgers’ September resurgence to the difficult “third leg” of a race, saying the team’s experience together has helped produce a “second wind” late in the season.
The Los Angeles Dodgers extended their winning streak to six games by beating the Cincinnati Reds 3-2, following a 6-3 victory the night before. MLB.com reported that Teoscar Hernández hit the decisive two-run homer in the rematch, continuing a hot stretch that has made him one of baseball's hottest hitters since late August. The Dodgers improved to 88-57 with the victory, but the team faces a significant test: star player Shohei Ohtani is headed to the injured list with lingering left-knee and right-biceps injuries, forcing Los Angeles to lean on depth and young talent.
To replace Ohtani, the Dodgers are promoting 21-year-old outfielder Josue De Paula, MLB Pipeline's top prospect and No. 6 overall in baseball. According to Clutchpoints, De Paula slashed .303/.398/.551 with 27 home runs, 104 RBIs, and 31 stolen bases in 588 Double-A plate appearances. The promotion tests whether the young prospect can translate elite minor-league production into immediate major-league impact during a critical stretch run.
Hernández Carries Dodgers Through Ohtani's Absence
Teoscar Hernández has emerged as the Dodgers' offensive engine during the six-game win streak. Over nine games since August 30, he is 16-for-32 with 12 RBIs, raising his season slash line to .266/.333/.423. His confidence remained unshaken during earlier struggles. "I never stopped working," Hernández said. "I knew at some point it was going to click." His two-run homer in the Reds game exemplifies how one decisive swing can drive run production when hits are sparse.
Skubal Pitches Deep as Dodgers Extend Bullpen Rest
Tarik Skubal pitched into the eighth inning in the Reds game, marking a significant contribution in a close 3-2 victory. Emmet Sheehan struck out 10 in his return to the rotation during the 6-3 win the night before. MLB.com noted that Tanner Scott recorded the save. Deep pitching performances reduce bullpen exposure in tight games and reflect the kind of sustainable depth the Dodgers will need if their September surge continues into October.
De Paula's Promotion Signals Offensive Urgency
MLB.com reported that the Dodgers are calling up Josue De Paula to replace Ohtani on the active roster. The move reflects the immediate need for offensive contributors. De Paula's 27 home runs and 104 RBIs in 588 Double-A plate appearances demonstrate elite production, but his success at the highest level remains uncertain. At 21 years old, he joins a lineup forced to win without one of baseball's premier players. Manager Dave Roberts compared the Dodgers' September stretch to the difficult "third leg" of a race, saying team experience has produced a "second wind."
Reds Keep Pace Behind De La Cruz's Power
Cincinnati's Elly De La Cruz kept the 3-2 game competitive with a 444-foot home run, showcasing the power that makes him one of baseball's young stars. De La Cruz also displayed his defensive range with a throw from center field that helped challenge the Dodgers. Despite the loss, the Reds remain competitive, and De La Cruz's two-way production gives Cincinnati reason for optimism heading into the final weeks of the season.
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