Dodgers Beat Giants in Regular-Season Home Finale, Eye Playoffs

The Los Angeles Dodgers closed out their home regular-season schedule with a tough 3-1 loss to the San Francisco Giants. Another late-game bullpen collapse cost them, and you could feel the sting in the air.

Still, the night had a certain magic. The Dodgers set a new franchise attendance record, drawing over four million fans in a single season for the first time ever.

With the postseason locked in and another division title within reach, the game felt like a blend of celebration and a wake-up call. October’s coming fast, and there’s work left to do.

Historic Attendance Milestone for the Dodgers

Chavez Ravine was buzzing as 46,601 fans packed the stands for the Dodgers’ final home game. That crowd pushed their season total to a staggering 4,012,470 attendees.

Breaking the four-million mark for the first time, Los Angeles will lead Major League Baseball in home attendance for the 12th time in 13 years. That’s not something you see every day in pro sports.

The Dodgers’ fan support is just relentless. Even during a loss, the energy inside the stadium was electric, especially with October looming.

Kershaw’s Farewell Message Resonates

Before first pitch, Clayton Kershaw—future Hall of Famer and soon-to-be retiree—spoke to the crowd in a heartfelt moment. He told fans that the team’s story this year is far from over.

You could sense the hope for a storybook ending when October rolls around. Kershaw’s words really hit home.

Strong Pitching Effort Overshadowed by Bullpen Woes

Rookie pitcher Emmet Sheehan was brilliant over seven innings, giving up just one hit and striking out 10. He looked completely in control.

But the win slipped away again, another case where the starters did their job but didn’t get rewarded. Sheehan’s rhythm kept San Francisco quiet until the eighth inning.

That’s when things unraveled for Los Angeles.

Treinen’s Struggles Prove Costly

Blake Treinen came in for the eighth with a 1-0 lead. It didn’t last long. The Giants jumped all over him, putting up three runs on:

• A run-scoring double from Patrick Bailey
• A bases-loaded walk that had everyone groaning
• A groundout RBI

Just like that, the Dodgers fell behind and couldn’t claw back. The bullpen’s inconsistency turned another tight game into a missed shot at a win.

Dodgers’ Offense Comes Up Short

The only real spark for Los Angeles came in the seventh, when Michael Conforto drove in Max Muncy with a single. Any chance for more fizzled out, though, after a double play killed the rally.

All night, the offense struggled to cash in on chances. That’s something they’ll have to sort out before the postseason kicks off.

NL West Title Still Within Reach

Even with the loss, the Dodgers are sitting pretty in the standings. Their magic number to clinch a 12th NL West title in 13 years is just three, with six road games left.

Missing the chance to celebrate at home stings, but the division crown is still there for the taking before the regular season wraps up.

Postseason Picture Looking Bright

The Dodgers have already locked up a playoff spot. Fans are buzzing about the return of some key reinforcements.

Pitchers Blake Stewart and Roki Sasaki just finished their rehab assignments. Their return adds some much-needed depth to a roster hungry for a deep October run.

When the postseason kicks off, Dodger Stadium transforms into a stage for high-stakes drama. If the bullpen sharpens up and the starting pitching stays electric, this team could be in for something special.

Of course, the offense needs to keep humming, too. Dodgers fans are dreaming of a Hollywood ending to this record-breaking season—aren’t we all?

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