The Dodgers are starting a nine-game road trip after winning a recent series against the Twins. They will face only teams above .500, beginning with the Boston Red Sox, who are in a Wild Card spot. The Red Sox excelled in July but have struggled recently. The Dodgers maintain a lead in the NL West despite previous losses. Key injuries affect the Red Sox lineup, including Marcelo Mayer. Mookie Betts is out for personal reasons, impacting the Dodgers' batting order.
The Dodgers are entering a challenging road trip, facing five consecutive series against teams with winning records, starting with the Boston Red Sox, who hold a Wild Card position.
Boston's top prospect Marcelo Mayer is out due to a hand injury, leading to Ceddanne Rafaela starting at second base, while the Red Sox struggle with recent performance.
Despite recent struggles, the Dodgers surprisingly maintain a 5.0 game lead in the NL West and hope to build on their series victory against the Twins.
The Red Sox, known for their high strikeout rate, have been inconsistent since returning from the All-Star break, impacting their recent series outcomes.
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