"Muncy went 1-for-1 with two walks prior to being replaced by a pinch-runner in the fourth inning. Muncy's lone hit was a two-run home run that tied the game in the third."
"After the Dodgers again fell into a deficit, they responded with six runs in the bottom of the fourth inning. They jumped out to an 8-3 lead behind six hits and two walks."
"Roki Sasaki's improved fastball command and a revamped splitter were notable, as he threw the splitter a career-high 52 times, averaging 89.5 mph."
"Primary blemishes on Sasaki's line were allowing three home runs, each of which came with two strikes."
The Dodgers secured a 12-4 victory over the Cubs, ending Chicago's 10-game winning streak. Despite Max Muncy and Will Smith not being at full strength, Muncy contributed a two-run home run. The Dodgers scored six runs in the fourth inning, taking a commanding lead. Roki Sasaki showcased improved fastball command and a new splitter, throwing it a career-high 52 times with increased velocity. However, he allowed three home runs during the game, each occurring with two strikes.
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