Freddie Freeman Leads Dodgers Past Rays 3-0 to End Scoring Drought – Game Recap & Highlights (August 3, 2025)

Sunday, August 3rd, 2025

Freddie Freeman Leads Dodgers to 3-0 Victory Over Rays, Snapping Scoreless Streak

The Los Angeles Dodgers ended their 18-inning scoreless drought with a strong performance against the Tampa Bay Rays, securing a 3-0 win. Freddie Freeman was instrumental, scoring one run and driving in another, as the Dodgers took two out of three games in the series.

Freeman Ignites Dodgers Offense

Freddie Freeman extended his on-base streak to 18 games with a first-inning single. In the sixth inning, he scored the game’s opening run, thanks to Andy Pages’ RBI single. Freeman added to the Dodgers’ lead in the seventh inning with an RBI single, and finished with three hits and seven RBI in the series.

Ohtani’s Impact and Dodgers Add Insurance

Shohei Ohtani doubled late in the game and showcased his speed by beating out a chopper for a single in the seventh inning. He then stole second and third base, putting himself in position to score on Freeman’s RBI single. Ohtani later doubled again and scored on a sacrifice fly by Mookie Betts in the ninth inning, securing the Dodgers’ insurance run.

Dominant Pitching by Yamamoto and Dodgers Bullpen

Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivered a scoreless outing for Los Angeles, pitching 5 2/3 innings, allowing five hits, and striking out six batters. Ben Casparius earned his second career save, coming in with the bases loaded in the ninth inning to retire Yandy Diaz and end the Rays’ rally.

Key Injuries and Player Updates

Dodgers second baseman Tommy Edman exited the game in the fifth inning with a right ankle sprain, potentially impacting Los Angeles’ infield depth moving forward.

Strong Rays Pitching, But Not Enough

Tampa Bay starter Joe Boyle held the Dodgers scoreless through five innings, working around three hits and two walks, and striking out two. Despite the strong start, the Rays’ offense couldn’t provide any run support.

Series Highlights and Notable Stats

One key moment came in the seventh inning, when Shohei Ohtani’s hustle on the basepaths put him in scoring position for Freeman’s RBI single. On the other side, Mookie Betts struggled at the plate, going 0-for-16 in the series and now hitless in four straight games, resulting in his move out of the leadoff spot.

What’s Next for Dodgers and Rays

The Dodgers return home to face the St. Louis Cardinals, with Tyler Glasnow set to start. Meanwhile, the Rays send Adrian Houser to the mound against the Los Angeles Angels in their next matchup.

In summary

The Los Angeles Dodgers snapped their long scoreless streak and clinched a series win against the Tampa Bay Rays, thanks to Freddie Freeman’s offensive production and strong pitching from Yoshinobu Yamamoto and the bullpen. Key contributions from Shohei Ohtani and Andy Pages provided the offensive spark, while the Dodgers’ pitching kept the Rays off the scoreboard. Both teams look to build on this game as they head into their upcoming matchups.

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