Dodgers secure first August sweep over Royals with 4-2 victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 4:55 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers completed their first sweep of August by defeating the Kansas City Royals 4-2 on Wednesday. Mookie Betts continued his strong performance with a home run, while Shohei Ohtani added a two-run shot to secure the win. Eric Lauer pitched six innings, allowing two runs, and recorded five strikeouts. The victory improves the Dodgers' record to 73-48, tying them with the Atlanta Braves for the second-best record in the National League. They will begin a crucial four-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday.
- •Dodgers defeat Royals 4-2 to complete series sweep.
- •Mookie Betts and Shohei Ohtani contributed key home runs.
- •Eric Lauer pitched six innings, striking out five.
- •Dodgers improve to 73-48, tied for second-best NL record.
- •Next up is a four-game series against the Brewers beginning Thursday.
- 4:55 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Secure First Sweep of August Against Royals
"The Los Angeles Dodgers have their first sweep in August, and it comes against the Kansas City Royals.
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