Edwin Diaz struggles again as Dodgers lose to Brewers at home
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 6:04 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Edwin Diaz faced scrutiny after another blown save as the Los Angeles Dodgers fell to the Milwaukee Brewers 5-4 on August 13, 2026. Diaz entered the game with a 4-2 lead but allowed four consecutive singles following a strikeout, leading to two runs scored by the Brewers. Manager Dave Roberts replaced Diaz with Alex Vesia, who sealed the game but not before the Dodgers fell behind. Following the game, Diaz expressed his desire to improve and contribute positively, regardless of the role he is assigned moving forward.
- •Diaz blew his third save in as many games against Milwaukee.
- •The Dodgers initially led 4-2 before Diaz's outing.
- •Alex Vesia entered after Diaz allowed the go-ahead runs.
- •Diaz remains committed to improving his performance.
- •The Dodgers struggled offensively, complicating their late-game efforts.
- 6:04 AMYahoo Sports — Edwin Diaz Gets Brutally Honest About Closer Future After Latest Blown Save
"Dodgers closer Edwin Diaz had another implosion and he faced questions about his status as the team's highest leverage arm.
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