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Dodgers adjust lineup for series finale against Mariners on Thursday

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 3:23 AM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Dodgers adjust lineup for series finale against Mariners on Thursday

Summary

The Los Angeles Dodgers and Seattle Mariners have split the first two games of their series, with a decisive finale scheduled for Thursday night. Ahead of the matchup, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts announced Teoscar Hernández will take a defensive night off but will serve as the designated hitter and bat seventh. Superstar Shohei Ohtani is also out as he manages a knee injury. Tommy Edman will replace Ohtani in the leadoff spot, while Kike Hernández returns to the outfield. The Dodgers currently hold the best record in Major League Baseball at 68-40.

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Status Watch

•Dodgers and Mariners have split their first two games.
•Teoscar Hernández is moved to designated hitter for Thursday's game.
•Shohei Ohtani is sidelined due to a knee injury.
•Tommy Edman steps into the leadoff spot in Ohtani's absence.
•Dodgers hold a one-game lead in the NL standings.

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3:23 AMYahoo Sports — Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Teoscar Hernandez Change During Mariners Series

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The Los Angeles Dodgers and Seattle Mariners have split the first two games of the series, setting up a decisive finale on Thursday night.Ahead of the matchup, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts made a few notable lineup changes as Roki Sasaki prepares to face Bryan Woo.Dodgers Announce Teoscar Hernandez ChangeAfter starting the first two games of […] The post Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Teoscar Hernandez Change During Mariners Series appeared first on HEAVY.
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