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Hits first big-league homer DeLuca hit a solo home run in his only at-bat during Tuesday's 9-7 loss to the Pirates.

Impact DeLuca gave the Dodgers a 7-6 lead in the eighth inning with his first major-league homer, but the Pirates rallied back in the ninth. Playing time remains sparse for DeLuca, who has served as outfield depth since his June 4 recall to the majors. He's batting .259 (7-for-27) with three RBI, a stolen base, four runs scored and a double over 30 plate appearances.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets on base four times Betts went 2-for-3 with a solo home run, two walks and two total runs scored in Tuesday's 9-7 loss to the Pirates.

Impact Betts continued his recent uptick in power with his sixth homer over his last 11 games. In that span, he's batting .371 (13-for-35) with 14 RBI and 11 walks. The 30-year-old superstar is up to a .272/.377/.560 slash line with 23 long balls, 57 RBI, 66 runs scored and seven stolen bases through 82 contests this season while primarily batting leadoff.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clubs pair of homers Outman went 2-for-4 with two home runs and four RBI in Tuesday's 9-7 loss to the Pirates.

Impact Outman went deep off Luis Ortiz in the second and fourth innings, ending the young slugger's 34-game homer drought. Outman has posted six multi-hit efforts over his last 15 games, batting .268 (15-for-56) in that span. The outfielder is up to 11 long balls, 40 RBI, 41 runs scored and eight stolen bases while slashing .236/.317/.429 over 287 plate appearances this season. He continues to see the majority of the playing time in center field.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Blows save Tuesday Phillips (1-3) allowed three runs on two hits and two walks while striking out two over one inning, taking the loss and a blown save in Tuesday's 9-7 loss to the Pirates.

Impact Phillips' 10.1-inning scoreless streak came to a sudden halt when he failed to protect a one-run lead. He gave up all of three runs over 11 appearances in June, and this was just the third time in 36 outings he's surrendered multiple runs. The poor performance puts him at 12-for-14 in save chances while pitching to a 2.57 ERA, 0.86 WHIP and 41:9 K:BB through 35 innings. This was his third consecutive day on the mound, which may have played a part in his struggles, and he'll likely be unavailable if a save chance arises Wednesday.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sustains first bad start Sheehan allowed five runs on four hits and four walks while striking out four over 3.2 innings, taking a no-decision Tuesday versus the Pirates.

Impact Sheehan had allowed just five total runs over his first 17 major-league innings. He gave up a two-run double in the first inning and then ran into more trouble in the fourth before he was relieved by Caleb Ferguson. Sheehan has showed promise so far, posting a 4.35 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 16:8 K:BB through 20.2 innings over four starts. He'll likely have extra time to reset from this poor outing, as he's not likely to pitch again before the All-Star break.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dustin May to have season-ending elbow surgery in latest blow to Dodgers' rotation

Dodgers pitcher Dustin May will undergo season-ending elbow surgery for the second time in his young career.

JULY 5, 2023

Dodgers pitcher Dustin May to undergo right elbow surgery Dodgers pitcher Dustin May will undergo right elbow surgery later this month to repair the flexor tendon he injured earlier this season.

JULY 5, 2023 • LATIMES.COM

Dustin May to have season-ending elbow surgery in the latest blow to the Dodgers' rotation

Dodgers pitcher Dustin May will undergo season-ending elbow surgery this month

JULY 5, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

May to undergo flexor tendon surgery on right elbow LOS ANGELES -- The Dodgers announced on Tuesday that right-hander Dustin May will undergo right elbow surgery to repair the flexor tendon on...

JULY 5, 2023 • MLB.COM

Dustin May to undergo elbow surgery, out for season The Dodgers were only holding out hope for May’s potential return, but their rotation need is dire.

JULY 5, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Out for season May will undergo surgery July 18 to repair the flexor tendon in his right elbow.

Impact May landed on the IL on May 18, and the news of his upcoming surgery effectively puts an end to his season. Details regarding May's recovery timeline could become clearer after his procedure, but he will most likely miss a month or two in 2024 as well. The 25-year-old righty finishes the season with a 2.63 ERA and 0.94 WHIP through 48 innings across nine starts.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Hopes Julio Urias Re-Signs With LA in Offseason Should the Dodgers want Urias back?

JULY 5, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Bednar replaces Kershaw on All-Star Game roster LOS ANGELES -- Mitch Keller won't be the only Pirate headed to Seattle next week after all. David Bednar has been named an All-Star for the...

JULY 4, 2023 • MLB.COM

Not close to return Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Tuesday that Miller (neck) is "still a ways away" from returning, Matthew Moreno of DodgerBlue.com reports.

Impact Miller was placed on the injured list June 21 due to lingering neck discomfort and Roberts told reporters that the 32-year-old right-hander is "not in a good spot" with his recovery even after a two-week shutdown period. It sounds like he could remain sidelined through all of July.

JULY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Advancing to simulated work Syndergaard (finger) is scheduled to throw a simulated game Thursday, Matthew Moreno of DodgerBlue.com reports.

Impact Syndergaard has made it through a handful of bullpen sessions without issue and will now advance to facing live hitters. Out since June 8 due to a blister on his right index finger, the 30-year-old is expected to head out on a lengthy minor-league rehab assignment before he becomes a consideration again for the Dodgers' pitching staff. He had had struggled to a 7.16 ERA in 55.1 innings (12 starts) prior to the IL stint.

JULY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting amid struggles Vargas is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Pirates.

Impact Mookie Betts will start at second base and bat leadoff versus the Pirates and right-hander Luis Ortiz. Vargas went 0-for-3 with three strikeouts in Monday's series opener and is slashing just .197/.301/.369 through 294 plate appearances this season.

JULY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Traded to Dodgers The Dodgers acquired Valaika from the Mariners on Tuesday, Alex Freedman of the Oklahoma City Dodgers reports.

Impact Seattle is presumably getting cash considerations in return. Valaika has not appeared in a major-league game since 2021 and was slashing .240/.343/.405 with four home runs and one stolen base through 38 games this season with Triple-A Tacoma. He'll be stationed at Triple-A Oklahoma City.

JULY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers Lose Slugging Minor Leaguer to Contract Opt Out, NL Central Contender The Dodgers should be left kicking themselves for this one.

JULY 4, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Dodgers News: Clayton Kershaw Disappointed to Miss All Star Game The news leaves fans concerned, but no one is more disappointed than Kershaw himself as he will now miss what could’ve been his 10th appeara...

JULY 4, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Dodgers vs. Pirates Betting Odds, Over/Under, Spread - July 4

Preview the July 4 matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Pittsburgh Pirates with odds over/under, game spread, betting lines and more.

JULY 4, 2023 • DATA SKRIVE

Pirates bring 3-game losing streak into matchup with the Dodgers

The Pittsburgh Pirates aim to break their three-game slide with a victory against the Los Angeles Dodgers

JULY 4, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dodgers' battered rotation turns to another rookie vs. Pirates The Los Angeles Dodgers’ rash of rotation injuries has created a wealth of opportunities, with another rookie set to take the mound Tuesday...

JULY 4, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Dodgers' battered rotation turns to another rookie vs. Pirates The Los Angeles Dodgers’ rash of rotation injuries has created a wealth of opportunities, with another rookie set to take the mound Tuesday...

JULY 4, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Without Clayton Kershaw carrying the load, Dodgers face another stress test Despite a makeshift rotation and a bullpen that has slipped from last season, the Dodgers have still managed to sit at 10 games above .500.

JULY 4, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Homers in win Muncy went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Monday's 5-2 win over the Pirates.

Impact The homer was Muncy's first in seven games since he returned from a hamstring injury. He's gone just 5-for-22 (.227) over that span. The infielder is at a .195/.322/.468 slash line with 19 homers, 49 RBI, 43 runs scored and a stolen base through 67 contests. Muncy may hit the bench occasionally against southpaws, but his solid power should keep him out of a strict platoon. Yonny Hernandez is his top competition for playing time at third base.

JULY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE