Dodgers host Phillies as Yamamoto takes mound on Sunday

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Last updated May 31, 2026

Dodgers host Phillies as Yamamoto takes mound on Sunday

Summary

The Los Angeles Dodgers conclude their homestand against the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday. Yoshinobu Yamamoto will pitch for the Dodgers after two consecutive seven-inning performances. He has averaged 6.4 innings per start this season, having gone at least six innings in nine of his ten starts. Rookie Andrew Painter will start for the Phillies, making this matchup significant as both teams eye playoff positioning.

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Key Details

•Dodgers face Phillies on Sunday in final homestand game.
•Yoshinobu Yamamoto starts for the Dodgers.
•Yamamoto has pitched at least six innings in nine of ten starts.
•Rookie Andrew Painter takes the mound for the Phillies.
•Matchup is crucial for both teams' playoff aspirations.

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The Dodgers finish off their homestand on Sunday against the Philadelphia Phillies, with Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the mound coming off a pair of seven-inning gems. He’s pitched at least six innings in nine of his 10 starts, averaging 6.4 innings per start this season. Rookie Andrew Painter takes the ball for the Phillies, with a […]
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