Dodgers’ undefeated start comes to an end as Phillies’ J.T. Realmuto extinguishes late comeback attempt

The Los Angeles Dodgers suffered their first defeat of the 2025 season at the hands of the Philadelphia Phillies, who were led by Jesús Luzardo and J.T. Realmuto. The loss dropped the Dodgers to 8-1 on the season, while the Phillies improved to 6-1 and remain in first place in the National League East. Luzardo had an impressive performance, throwing 59 strikes out of 95 pitches. In a matchup between Luzardo and Yamamoto, Luzardo showcased his dominant fastball, inducing 31 swings on pitches outside the strike zone and maintaining a low ERA of 1.50. The Dodgers mounted a late-game comeback against the Phillies, but Realmuto’s defensive prowess extinguished the threat, ending the game and the Dodgers’ streak of not being shut out. Despite the loss, the Dodgers had a strong start to the season, while the Padres suffered their first loss to the Cubs.

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