Díaz collapses in ninth, overshadowing Muncy's historic homer for Dodgers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 6:39 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Max Muncy hit a three-run homer in the sixth inning, making history by surpassing Eric Karros with 131 home runs at Dodger Stadium. The Dodgers led 4-2 heading into the ninth, but closer Edwin Díaz allowed four consecutive hits, giving up three runs and losing the lead to the Brewers. After struggling in the ninth, Díaz now has three blown saves in his last six appearances, prompting manager Dave Roberts to consider changing the closer role. The Dodgers must reassess their bullpen options following this disappointing finish.
- •Muncy surpassed Karros for most home runs in Dodger Stadium history.
- •Dodgers held a 4-2 lead before Díaz's ninth-inning collapse.
- •Díaz allowed three runs in the ninth, leading to a loss.
- •Manager Roberts faces a decision on Díaz's role going forward.
- •Roki Sasaki pitched six innings, allowing two runs despite command issues.
- 6:39 AMYahoo Sports — Muncy's historic night gets lost in Díaz's ninth-inning collapse
"LOS ANGELES — There are nights at Uniqlo Field at Dodger Stadium that are supposed to become part of the place’s history.
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