Dodgers vs. Angels: Can LA Break the Curse? Game Day Preview!

By: Analia Gómez Published On: 13/08/2025

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The Los Angeles Dodgers are desperate to break their losing streak against the Los Angeles Angels. Entering today's game, the Dodgers are winless against the Angels in 2025. Can they finally turn the tide?

Dodgers Aim for First Win Against Angels in 2025

The Dodgers (68-51) are facing the Angels (57-62) in a crucial matchup. After a disappointing loss in the first game of the series, the Dodgers are looking to bounce back and even the score. They lost the first game by 7-4. The Dodgers haven't swept any series for over a month.

Pitching Matchup: Sheehan vs. Mederos

Emmet Sheehan takes the mound for the Dodgers, making his sixth start of the season. He'll be facing right-hander Victor Mederos, who is making his first career start. Sheehan is hoping to continue his recent form, though he's allowed unearned runs in his past outings. He has a 3.00 ERA, 3.01 FIP, and a 1.20 WHIP with 31 strikeouts to 11 walks in 30.0 innings on the season.

Key Players and Lineups

Will Smith gets a day off for the Dodgers, with Dalton Rushing starting behind the plate. Teoscar Hernández is back in right field. The Dodgers offense needs to find consistency beyond relying solely on home runs from Max Muncy and Shohei Ohtani. José Soriano is a very good pitcher when he's on his game. He was throwing strikes early, and he generally finds success when his command is good.