L.A. Dodgers-Miami Marlins Play Intense Game
Marlins Take an Early Lead
The Miami Marlins scored three runs in the first inning off L.A. Dodgers' starter Clayton Kershaw.
A leadoff double by Jon Berti and a single by Jorge Soler put runners on first and second.
A ground-rule double by Avisail Garcia drove in both runners, and Garcia later scored on a single by Jesus Sanchez.
Dodgers Come Back to Tie It Up
The Dodgers got on the board in the second inning on a solo home run by Mookie Betts.
They tied the game in the third inning on a two-run double by Will Smith.
Smith's double scored Trea Turner and Max Muncy.
Marlins Retake the Lead
The Marlins regained the lead in the fourth inning on a solo home run by Avisaíl García.
It was García's second RBI of the game.
Dodgers Walk-Off in the 9th
The Dodgers tied the game again in the seventh inning on a sacrifice fly by Gavin Lux.
Then, with runners on first and second in the ninth inning, Chris Taylor hit a walk-off single to win the game.
Taylor's single scored Joey Gallo and gave the Dodgers a 5-4 victory.
Pitchers' Performances
Kershaw allowed three runs on seven hits in four innings of work.
He struck out five batters and walked two.
Marlins starter Trevor Rogers allowed two runs on four hits in 4 1/3 innings.
He struck out five batters and walked three.
Upcoming Schedule
The Dodgers will play the Marlins again on Tuesday in Miami.
The Marlins will then travel to Atlanta to play the Braves on Wednesday and Thursday.
The Dodgers will return home to host the San Diego Padres on Friday.
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