Dodgers Win 7-2 Thanks to Five-Run Fourth Inning
Los Angeles Dodgers defeat the Miami Marlins 7-2
The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Miami Marlins 7-2 on Tuesday night at Dodger Stadium. The Dodgers scored all of their runs in the fourth inning, highlighted by a two-run home run from Will Smith. Julio Urias pitched 6.1 innings, allowing two runs on six hits and striking out seven batters. Kenley Jansen pitched a perfect ninth inning to earn his third save of the season.
The Dodgers improved to 16-14 with the win, while the Marlins dropped to 12-17.
The Dodgers will face the Marlins again on Wednesday night at Dodger Stadium. Tony Gonsolin will start for the Dodgers, while Trevor Rogers will start for the Marlins.
## Dodgers' Offense Explodes in Fourth InningThe Dodgers' offense exploded in the fourth inning, scoring five runs on six hits. The inning was highlighted by a two-run home run from Will Smith. Gavin Lux, Chris Taylor, and Justin Turner also had RBI hits in the inning.
The Dodgers have now scored at least five runs in an inning four times this season. They are 4-0 in those games.
## Urias Pitches Well in VictoryJulio Urias pitched well in the victory, allowing two runs on six hits over 6.1 innings. He struck out seven batters and walked two.
Urias has now pitched at least 6 innings in each of his four starts this season. He has a 3.00 ERA and a 1.00 WHIP.
## Jansen Records Third SaveKenley Jansen pitched a perfect ninth inning to earn his third save of the season. He struck out two batters and induced a groundout.
Jansen has now converted all three of his save opportunities this season. He has a 0.00 ERA and a 0.75 WHIP.
## Looking AheadThe Dodgers will face the Marlins again on Wednesday night at Dodger Stadium. Tony Gonsolin will start for the Dodgers, while Trevor Rogers will start for the Marlins.
The Dodgers are looking to win their third straight game and improve to 17-14. The Marlins are looking to avoid a three-game sweep and improve to 13-17.
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