Freddie Freeman's absence from the starting lineup was short-lived as the Los Angeles Dodgers faced the New York Mets. With the go-ahead run on second in the eighth inning, manager Dave Roberts called upon Freeman, but the Mets opted for an intentional walk, allowing struggling Michael Conforto to step up. Conforto, batting just .165, surprised the crowd by delivering a go-ahead RBI single, leading the Dodgers to a thrilling 6-5 comeback victory. This crucial hit highlighted his resilience, marking his first hit in a clutch situation since March 31.

The Dodgers are now two games ahead of the San Diego Padres in the NL West following their triumph over the Mets. Despite a shaky performance from starting pitcher Landon Knack, who allowed four runs in 3.1 innings, the bullpen stepped up, particularly José Ureña, who pitched 2.1 solid innings. Roberts is now faced with tough decisions regarding the roster as the Dodgers prepare for a six-game road trip.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have made a strategic addition to their depleted pitching staff by signing reliever José Ureña, formerly of the Toronto Blue Jays. With an alarming 15 pitchers currently on the injured list, the Dodgers are looking for reliable arms to help them navigate the rest of the season. Ureña, a seasoned 33-year-old with experience across eight teams, most recently posted a 3.65 ERA with the Blue Jays, albeit over a limited sample of 12.1 innings.

Though Ureña’s career has seen him oscillate between starting and relieving, he has primarily been utilized as a reliever in recent years. His ability to pitch extended outings may prove invaluable as the Dodgers desperately seek to stabilize their rotation amidst a barrage of injuries. Despite a less than stellar 5.12 ERA since 2019, Ureña’s veteran presence could provide a crucial buffer for the Dodgers as they prepare to play against the New York Mets.

Kevin Gausman's struggles continue as he falters against the Tampa Bay Rays, surrendering six runs and ten hits in an 8-3 loss. The Toronto Blue Jays starter expressed frustration over his inconsistent splitter, a crucial pitch that sets up his fastball. Gausman noted that while he struck out six batters, he allowed three home runs, matching his season-high for homers given up in a game. He emphasized the need to regain confidence in his splitter, which has varied from being effective to a slower fastball that sits over the plate.

Despite Gausman’s disappointing outing, Blue Jays manager John Schneider offered a more optimistic perspective, highlighting Gausman's fastball performance. Newly acquired pitcher Jose Urena made his debut in relief, allowing a two-run homer, but is scheduled to start against the Detroit Tigers. Gausman’s earned-run average has now climbed to 4.59, raising concerns for the Blue Jays as they aim to improve their pitching consistency moving forward.