Dodgers End Four-Game Losing Streak with Yamamoto 7-Scoreless Innings Win Over Diamondbacks

The Los Angeles Dodgers ended a four-game losing streak with a 4-3 walk-off win against the Arizona Diamondbacks, sparked by a dominant pitching performance from Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Yamamoto threw seven shutout innings, carrying a no-hitter into the sixth inning and finishing with nine strikeouts and one hit allowed, demonstrating improved control and a more frequent use of his curveball. Despite his strong outing, the Dodgers provided minimal run support early, scoring only one run during his time on the mound, and the game was extended to extra innings after the Diamondbacks rallied following Yamamoto's exit. The Dodgers' bullpen struggled, with Tanner Scott blowing two saves before the offense rallied in the 10th inning, capped by Max Muncy's sacrifice fly that brought Shohei Ohtani home for the win. Manager Dave Roberts justified leaving Yamamoto in high pitch count situations, emphasizing trust in his ace to navigate tough innings. The victory helps the Dodgers maintain a narrow lead in the National League West amid ongoing pitching challenges due to injuries.