DODGERS POSTCAST: Big homer from Dalton Rushing to give LA a comfortable lead

Los Angeles Dodgers power past the Mariners as Dalton Rushing smashes a pivotal three-run homer, giving LA a commanding lead and securing the series win. Is Rushing’s hot streak a sign of a new postseason weapon for the Dodgers? Pete Fox breaks down how Mookie Betts and Teoscar Hernández sparked the lineup, while Freddie Freeman extended his hitting streak to nine games. Plus, Hernandez’s own no-doubt blast signals he’s finding his rhythm at the plate.

Bullpen performance comes into focus with Edwin Díaz delivering wicked stuff in the ninth, raising questions about Enriquez’s reliability and the depth of Dave Roberts’ relief options. Pete also explores Shohei Ohtani’s injury management, the looming test against the red-hot Boston Red Sox, and what the recent pitching shakeups mean for LA’s playoff aspirations. Can the Dodgers’ depth and timely power continue to carry them through the summer stretch?

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