Dodgers pitching staff leads MLB in quality starts, Ohtani excels

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Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Dodgers pitching staff leads MLB in quality starts, Ohtani excels
Summary

As of June 15, 2026, the LA Dodgers lead MLB with 40 quality starts this season, showcasing their strong pitching rotation. Shohei Ohtani, who has logged 10 quality starts, leads the team with a 1.06 ERA. Alongside Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto also achieves 10 quality starts. The Dodgers currently sit first in the NL West with a record of 45-27 and a significant run differential of plus-141. Their ability to maintain pitching depth despite injuries strengthens their World Series potential. The pursuit of a third consecutive championship is on track if their pitchers continue to deliver strong performances.

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  • Dodgers have 40 quality starts, leading MLB.
  • Shohei Ohtani boasts a 1.06 ERA over 67.2 innings.
  • Yoshinobu Yamamoto matches Ohtani with 10 quality starts.
  • Dodgers lead NL West at 45-27 with strong run differential.
  • Depth in rotation crucial for postseason success.
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  • 12:20 PMYahoo SportsIncredible stat shows just how dominant Shohei Ohtani and the LA Dodgers pitching staff have been
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The Dodgers’ rotation is not just coping with 2026, it is giving Los Angeles the sort of starting-pitching base most contenders spend years trying to build. That matters because the Dodgers are chasing more than another division title.

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