Red Sox complete sweep of Dodgers with 8-4 victory in LA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 3:57 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Boston Red Sox defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-4 on Sunday, finishing a three-game sweep at Dodger Stadium. The Red Sox started strong, scoring two runs against Emmet Sheehan in the first inning. After the Dodgers took a brief lead with three runs in the second, Boston responded with three home runs in the third inning, securing their dominance. This victory pushes the Red Sox to 60-51 and solidifies their position as a top contender in the AL wild-card race. Emmet Sheehan's performance raised questions about his future in the Dodgers' rotation, particularly following the acquisition of Tarik Skubal.
- •Red Sox sweep Dodgers, winning all three games in the series.
- •Ceddanne Rafaela, Wilyer Abreu, and Masataka Yoshida each hit home runs.
- •Emmet Sheehan allowed five earned runs in 2 2/3 innings.
- •Tarik Skubal made his first appearance in the Dodgers' dugout on Sunday.
- •Red Sox record improves to 60-51 with the victory.
- 3:57 AMYahoo Sports — Red-hot Red Sox light up Emmet Sheehan to complete sweep of Dodgers in front of Tarik Skubal
"Sheehan's time in the Dodgers' rotation could be done. The Red Sox, meanwhile are dreaming of a rematch with the Dodgers in October.
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