Blake Snell leads Dodgers to 11-5 victory over Rockies
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 3:39 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Colorado Rockies 11-5 on August 17, 2026, in Denver. Blake Snell pitched six innings, allowing two hits and one earned run while striking out five. The Dodgers established a strong lead early, scoring five runs in the first few innings and extending their advantage with a powerful offensive display, including two home runs from Shohei Ohtani. Despite some late inning trouble from reliever Edwin Diaz, the Dodgers secured the win, marking Snell's first victory of the season.
- •Dodgers scored five runs early in the game.
- •Blake Snell pitches six innings for his first win this season.
- •Shohei Ohtani hits two home runs, boosting his season total to 28.
- •The Dodgers' next game is scheduled for August 18, against the Rockies.
- 3:39 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Cruise Past Rockies Behind Strong Blake Snell Start
"Blake Snell delivered another strong outing while the Los Angeles Dodgers offense erupted for 11 runs in a dominant victory over the Colorado Rockies.
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