Dodgers struggle in 7-1 loss to Athletics in series finale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 4:04 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers lost 7-1 to the Oakland Athletics on July 1, 2026, ending their four-game winning streak. Charlie Barnes pitched seven innings, allowing seven earned runs, while J.T. Ginn earned the win for Oakland. The Dodgers fell behind early with missed scoring opportunities, including leaving the bases loaded in the first inning. Freddie Freeman provided the Dodgers' only run with a home run in the second inning, but the Athletics pulled away with multiple runs in later innings. The Dodgers are set to face the San Diego Padres in a four-game series starting Thursday.
- •Dodgers suffered a 7-1 loss to Athletics on July 1.
- •Charlie Barnes conceded seven earned runs over seven innings.
- •Freddie Freeman hit a home run, tying the game briefly.
- •Dodgers left six runners on base in the first three innings.
- •Dodgers will play a four-game series against the Padres starting Thursday.
- 4:04 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers fail to bring their “A” game in 7-1 loss
"Charlie Barnes allows seven earned runs, three home runs over seven innings, Dodgers can’t complete sweep of Athletics.
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