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Dodgers adjust lineup for Freeman ahead of Rockies series finale

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 2:20 AM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Dodgers adjust lineup for Freeman ahead of Rockies series finale

Summary

The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to face the Colorado Rockies in the final game of their series on August 20, 2026, after winning the first two games. Manager Dave Roberts has shifted Freddie Freeman down in the batting order, moving him to the cleanup spot from second. Freeman is performing well in the series, hitting 5-for-8 so far. The Dodgers currently hold a 76-51 record, sitting 2.5 games behind the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League standings. Roki Sasaki will start on the mound for Los Angeles.

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By the Numbers

•Freddie Freeman moves to cleanup spot for series finale against Rockies
•Roki Sasaki starts on the mound for the Dodgers
•Dodgers seek a series sweep after winning the first two games
•Freeman has 5 hits in the series against Colorado
•Los Angeles holds a 76-51 record, trailing the Brewers

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2:20 AMYahoo Sports — Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Freddie Freeman Change Before Rockies Series Finale

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The Los Angeles Dodgers are going for the sweep Wednesday night after winning the first two games of their series against the Colorado Rockies.Ahead of the matchup, which will feature Roki Sasaki on the mound for L.A. against Rockies right-hander Kyle Freeland, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts decided to make a few tweaks to his lineup.Dodgers […] The post Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Freddie Freeman Change Before Rockies Series Finale appeared first on HEAVY.
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