Dodgers @ Rockies August 18, 2025: Dodgers look to avoid trap series as they head to Coors for four
Briefly

The Dodgers achieved a significant sweep against the Padres, changing a one-game deficit to a two-game lead in their division. Their starting pitchers excelled, yielding only three runs over 17 innings. The offense supported with crucial one-run victories and a dominant 6-0 win. Fans' morale improved dramatically after a previous negative series against the Angels. Meanwhile, the Rockies enter a four-game series with the Dodgers, having recently won three straight games. Yoshinobu Yamamoto struggled in his last outing, raising concerns over his control this season as he faces challenges in his performance.
The Dodgers swept the Padres, turning a one game deficit in the West into a two game lead, with starting pitching only allowing three runs in 17 innings.
The Rockie recently experienced their hottest stretch of the season, with three straight wins and two series wins for only the second time this year.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto had a rough game, allowing six earned runs over 4 2/3 innings, leading to concerns as he has more than doubled his walks this season.
The upcoming Dodgers-Rockies series presents a potential trap for the Dodgers as Colorado looks for their first win against them this season.
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