Yoshinobu Yamamoto Delivers Gem, but Dodgers' Offense Falters in Walk-Off Loss

Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitched an outstanding seven innings, allowing only one run on one hit while striking out 10 batters. This performance, following a near no-hitter, lowered his season ERA to 2.66 and marked his third start of at least seven innings in his last four outings. Despite Yamamoto's brilliance, the Los Angeles Dodgers' offense struggled, managing only four hits against the San Francisco Giants. Michael Conforto provided the Dodgers' lone run with a solo home run in the seventh inning. The offense failed to capitalize on opportunities, leaving runners stranded and ultimately contributing to a 5-1 walk-off loss in extra innings after Tanner Scott gave up a grand slam.