Tyler Glasnow is looking more and more like he's ready to take on the season. In his third start this spring, he showcased his potential in a Dodgers 4-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks. Despite giving up a leadoff home run, Glasnow settled in and pitched into the fifth inning, demonstrating the kind of form that Dodgers fans are hoping to see come Opening Day.
Early Setback, Strong Recovery
Glasnow's outing began with a jolt when Jordan Lawlar sent a 1-0 fastball over the left field fence. But Glasnow quickly regained his composure, retiring the next three batters with two strikeouts and a groundout. The Dodgers tied things up in the bottom of the first, thanks to a Freddie Freeman double, and Glasnow took that momentum into the second inning, breezing through with three groundouts.
In the third, he allowed a single but shut down any further threats. The fourth inning saw a walk, but Glasnow's two strikeouts and a flyout kept it stress-free.
He faced just one more batter in the fifth, getting a flyout before handing things over to Ben Casparius. Glasnow's line was impressive: 4.1 innings, 2 hits, 1 earned run, 1 walk, and 5 strikeouts.
It’s the kind of performance that sets the stage for a promising season.
Freeman and Betts Deliver
Freddie Freeman got the Dodgers on the board with a double that sent Kyle Tucker home from first. Tucker, who had been hit by a pitch, showed no signs of discomfort as he hustled around the bases.
Meanwhile, Mookie Betts is starting to find his groove. With two hits, he lifted his Cactus League average to .357, showing signs that his swing is coming together nicely.
The Dodgers didn’t excel with runners in scoring position, going 2-for-13, but they made the hits count. Eliezer Alfonzo's double in the fourth broke the tie, and Miguel Rojas added another run with a well-placed bouncer. James Tibbs III provided some insurance with a sacrifice fly in the sixth, securing the win.
Looking Ahead
With a rare day off on Wednesday, the Dodgers will have a chance to recharge before returning to action against Cincinnati. Fans can take a breather and perhaps enjoy the Mexico vs.
Italy WBC game. The Dodgers are showing promising signs, and with performances like Glasnow's, there's plenty to be excited about this season.