Dodgers’ Bats Wake Up in Series-Opening Win vs. Astros

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Houston Astros 8-3 on Monday, May 4, 2026, in the series opener at Daikin Park in Houston. Starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto earned the win after throwing six innings, allowing three earned runs on five hits and one walk while striking out eight batters. The Dodgers jumped on the board early in the first inning, stringing together three singles to drive in their opening run.