Blake Snell shines for Dodgers with 10 strikeouts against Royals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 3:56 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Blake Snell made a strong return to the Los Angeles Dodgers rotation on August 11, 2026, striking out 10 batters in a six-inning performance against the Kansas City Royals. Snell allowed one run, demonstrating control and command over his pitches. After a challenging recovery from surgery for loose bodies in his elbow, this outing is seen as a pivotal moment for the two-time Cy Young Award winner. He faced 23 batters, allowing three hits and one walk while facing a handful of scoring threats, stranding multiple runners. Snell's last few weeks indicated he was eager to contribute as the Dodgers push for postseason positioning.
- •Snell pitched six innings, allowing one run and striking out 10 batters.
- •He retired the first 10 batters and faced minimal hard contact.
- •Snell returned from elbow surgery that delayed his start to the season.
- •The Dodgers are seeking strong performances as they approach the playoffs.
- •Snell's success may influence the team's rotation strategy moving forward.
- 3:56 AMYahoo Sports — Blake Snell makes dominant return to Dodgers rotation with 10 strikeouts vs Royals
"Dave Roberts said multiple times in recent days that Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell looks like a man “on a mission.”
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