Dodgers struggle opens door for Phillies in tight NL East race
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers are facing struggles this August, currently 8-10 and 21-21 since July 1. They recently lost a series against the Minnesota Twins and have a concerning 4.02 ERA in their starting rotation. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Phillies are looking to capitalize on this situation as they currently trail the Atlanta Braves by just 4.5 games in the NL East. With the Braves also experiencing difficulties, the Phillies see a potential opportunity to close the gap as the season progresses.
- •Dodgers have lost 10 of their last 15 games.
- •Phillies trail Braves by 4.5 games in the NL East.
- •Kyle Tucker struggles with a.232 batting average this season.
- •Dodgers' starting rotation has a 4.02 ERA since July 1.
- •Braves are 9-8 in August, reflecting their own struggles.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — The Dodgers’ struggles present an opportunity for the Phillies
"The Dodgers are a bit of a mess right now!
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