Dodgers Extend Winning Streak to Five Behind Kershaw’s Dominant Pitching

Clayton Kershaw led the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 6-3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds, extending the team's winning streak to three games and maintaining their lead in the National League West. Kershaw pitched five efficient innings, allowing only one run, striking out six, and retiring 14 consecutive batters after the first inning, lowering his season ERA to 3.06. The Dodgers' offense responded early to the Reds' first-inning run, ultimately taking a decisive lead in the fourth inning with contributions from Kiké Hernández, who returned to the lineup after a long absence. Manager Dave Roberts praised Kershaw's efficiency and willingness to adapt his schedule, as the pitcher worked on four days' rest to accommodate the rotation. Nick Martinez started for the Reds, a pitcher who has historically performed well against the Dodgers, but Kershaw's command and mix of pitches kept the Reds' offense largely in check. The Dodgers aim to capitalize on this momentum to continue their pursuit of the division title against the Padres.