The Los Angeles Dodgers faced off against the Houston Astros, dropping the first two games of their weekend series, with a risk of being swept in the Sunday finale. Adding to their woes, manager Dave Roberts confirmed that outfielder Teoscar Hernández would miss the final game due to a foot injury sustained while fouling a pitch. Hernández, who had a stellar 2024 season and received a three-year, $66 million extension, has seen a slight dip in performance this year but still contributes significantly with 14 home runs and 56 RBIs. Additionally, utility player Tommy Edman is also sidelined with an injury. The Dodgers will rely on several young players in their lineup, including rookie Hyeseong Kim and prospect Dalton Rushing, as they attempt to salvage a victory against their rivals.