Dodgers lose sixth game in eight despite Skubal acquisition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 6:45 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers are struggling, having lost six of their last eight games following the acquisition of pitcher Tarik Skubal. On August 3, 2026, they fell to the Chicago Cubs 10-5, marking their fourth consecutive defeat. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts acknowledged the team's poor performance, highlighting that the new addition hasn't changed the immediate outcomes. Despite their talented roster, the Dodgers are not invincible, facing ongoing injuries and challenges as they look to regain momentum ahead of Skubal's debut on August 4.
- •Dodgers acquired Tarik Skubal; team struggles post-trade.
- •Team lost 10-5 to Cubs on August 3.
- •Dodgers have lost four straight games and six of eight.
- •Roberts joked about team's need to win a game.
- •Skubal's debut scheduled for August 4.
- 6:45 AMYahoo Sports — Tarik Skubal makes the Dodgers better; not untouchable
"The Dodgers have lost four straight. Monday's loss to the Cubs was their sixth defeat in eight games, a reminder that baseball doesn't care what a roster looks like on paper.
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