The Los Angeles Dodgers secured a 7-5 victory over the New York Mets in a grueling 13-inning game, but the cost was high. In facing 26 consecutive games against winning teams, the Dodgers' already overworked pitching staff was further taxed as manager Dave Roberts relied on nearly every available arm. The game began with Clayton Kershaw's early exit due to torrential rain and ended with the Dodgers needing their eighth pitcher of the night, Luis García, to seal the win. This pyrrhic victory highlighted the team's struggles with rotation depth and injuries, notably the absence of key starters.

As they head into a demanding schedule, including matchups against the Cleveland Guardians and New York Yankees, the Dodgers must improve their pitching efficiency. Despite Cy Young candidate Yoshinobu Yamamoto's stellar performance, their rotation ERA lags. With several pitchers injured, the challenge intensifies. Roberts emphasizes staying focused on one game at a time as they confront a pivotal stretch that could define their season.