Los Angeles Dodgers are back in the spotlight, reclaiming their throne as the NL West leaders. After a daunting road trip that saw after they fell behind, going 3-7 leading up to their cross-continent trip, the Dodgers have regained their footing and are now boasting a 19-12 record. They have been on a winning spree, with a 7-3 record in their last ten games, successfully overtaking the NL West lead. One of the key players contributing to this remarkable comeback is none other than the dynamic Mookie Betts. Now, as they try to finish off the Arizona Diamondbacks and later the MLB’s top team, the Atlanta Braves, the Dodgers look stronger than ever.
Betts’ Triple Threat
In a recent game against the Blue Jays, Betts went 3-for-5, including a triple and an RBI single. His triple led off the game, and he scored two batters later, contributing significantly to the Dodgers’ victory. Betts willed the Dodgers into several victories over the last ten games, and now he is sitting just six hits short of .400.
Betts’ Continued Dominance
Betts’ dominance is not confined to a single game. He has been consistently performing at an exceptional level, contributing significantly to the Dodgers’ success. If he can manage six hits in his next ten at-bats vs the Diamondbacks, he will hit that Ted Williams mark. It’s a long shot, but all eyes are on him, and all of LA believes.
Betts has had an outstanding start to his career with the Dodgers. In his 500th game, he made history by scoring 412 runs, collecting 256 extra-base hits, and accumulating 1,069 total bases. These numbers are the most any player has achieved in their first 500 games with the Dodgers since the early 1900s. Betts’ performance has been nothing short of legendary, and he continues to put up HOF performances.
Dodgers’ Upcoming Challenges
The Dodgers’ finishing the series against the NL Champions Arizona Diamondbacks and this weekend’s series with the top MLB team, Atlanta Braves, presents new challenges. They are both a formidable opponent that the Dodgers cannot afford to underestimate. If the Dodgers can take both series, we could see them regain the MLB’s top spot on the Power Rankings.
Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks
The Dodgers’ upcoming series against the Arizona Diamondbacks will be a significant challenge for the team. On Tuesday, they will see Jordan Montgomery on the mound with his 2.77 ERA.
Dodgers vs. Braves
Following their series against the Diamondbacks, the Dodgers will face the Atlanta Braves, the MLB’s top team. This series will be an actual test of the Dodgers’ mettle as they face off against some of the best players in the league. The outcome of this series could have significant implications for the Dodgers’ standing in the NL West and maybe a preview of this year’s NLCS; as it stands, the NL pennant is both theirs to lose.
