Dodgers unable to complete series sweep against Athletics in Sacramento
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 4:14 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers concluded their road trip with a 7-1 loss to the Oakland Athletics on July 1. After tying the game at 1-1 with a home run from Freddie Freeman, the Dodgers struggled offensively, leaving eight runners on base. Charlie Barnes took the mound for seven innings, giving up six earned runs. The defeat drops the Dodgers' record to 56-31, but they maintain a 12-game lead over the San Diego Padres as they prepare for a four-game series starting Thursday. Roki Sasaki is set to pitch in the series opener at home.
- •Dodgers finish road trip with a 7-1 loss to Athletics.
- •Freddie Freeman's home run tied the game at 1-1.
- •Charlie Barnes pitched seven innings in relief, allowing six earned runs.
- •Los Angeles records drop to 56-31, leading the Padres by 12 games.
- •Roki Sasaki slated to start against the Padres on Thursday.
- 4:14 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Fail to Sweep Athletics to Cap Off Road Trip
"The Los Angeles Dodgers end their road trip with a dud.
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