The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to bounce back in Wednesday's series finale against the Houston Astros after a tough 1-0 loss on Tuesday night. With the lineup set for this crucial matchup, the team is eager to regain momentum and secure their first series win in nearly two weeks.
Shohei Ohtani returns to the lineup as the designated hitter after an impressive pitching performance on Tuesday, where he tossed seven innings of two-run ball with eight strikeouts. His presence at the top of the order is a welcome boost for a lineup that managed just one run in the previous game, coming in the eighth inning. Ohtani will lead off, followed by first baseman Freddie Freeman in the No. 2 spot.
The heart of the order features a powerful trio: left fielder Teoscar Hernandez, right fielder Kyle Tucker, and third baseman Max Muncy, who will bat third through fifth, respectively. Center fielder Andy Pages slots in at sixth, while Dalton Rushing takes over catching duties for Will Smith, batting seventh. Hyeseong Kim returns to shortstop in the eighth spot, and second baseman Alex Freeland rounds out the lineup at ninth.
On the mound, Tyler Glasnow aims to continue his stellar start to the 2026 season. The right-hander boasts a 3-0 record with a 2.56 ERA over 38.2 innings, striking out 47 batters. He'll face Astros starter Lance McCullers Jr., who has struggled this season with a 6.32 ERA through six starts.
The Dodgers exploded for eight runs in the series opener but went cold on Tuesday. With McCullers on the mound, they have a prime opportunity to break out offensively. The team last won a series against the Chicago Cubs nearly two weeks ago, and a victory here would be a major confidence boost.
First pitch is set for 11:10 a.m. PT. Gear up for game day with your Dodgers apparel and show your support as LA looks to close out the series on a high note.
