Edwin Díaz struggles as Dodgers lose to Brewers 5-4 at home
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 5:17 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers lost 5-4 to the Milwaukee Brewers at Dodger Stadium on Thursday night. Despite taking a lead with a three-run homer from Max Muncy, the Dodgers saw Edwin Díaz blow a save in the ninth inning, allowing four consecutive singles. The game started quietly, but the Brewers capitalized on walks issued by Dodger pitcher Roki Sasaki, taking an early lead. Díaz's poor performance continued as he was charged with three runs, leading to a disappointing loss for the Dodgers.
- •Díaz records his third blown save in four appearances.
- •Muncy hits a record-breaking three-run home run.
- •The game featured both teams struggling offensively early on.
- •Sasaki issued multiple walks, contributing to the Dodgers' early deficit.
- •Milwaukee executed a late-game rally to secure the win.
- 5:17 AMYahoo Sports — Another Edwin Díaz meltdown dooms Dodgers in loss to first-place Brewers
"Dave Roberts was hopeful Edwin Díaz had turned a corner since coming back from injury, but the Dodgers closer gave up another lead in a loss to Milwaukee.
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