Dodgers stand by Edwin Díaz as closer after blown saves vs. Brewers

Edwin Díaz blew his third save in a week on August 13, contributing to the Dodgers' 5-4 loss to the Brewers. This follows earlier blown saves against the Diamondbacks on August 7 and 8. Despite his struggles, manager Dave Roberts confirmed Díaz will remain the team's closer, citing a lack of alternatives. The Dodgers fell short of matching the Brewers for the best record in the National League with this defeat. Díaz acknowledged his inconsistency, attributing the collapse to poor fastball placement and recognizing the need to improve. Roberts indicated that other relief options would require better performance to consider any changes in the closing role.

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• 1:10 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers not moving off Edwin Díaz at closer after 3-time All-Star's third blown save in a week, loss to Brewers