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Rivero's 6 RBIs Lead Angels Past Dodgers 13-5
8 Jun
Summary
- Backup catcher Sebastián Rivero drove in six runs.
- The bottom four batters combined for 10 runs and 10 RBIs.
- Angels starter José Soriano secured the win with five runs allowed.
The Los Angeles Angels avoided a season sweep by defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers 13-5 on Sunday, largely thanks to an explosive performance from the bottom of their lineup. Backup catcher Sebastián Rivero was instrumental, going 5-for-5 with six RBIs, leading a remarkable 13-for-15 hitting display by the last four batters in the order. This group combined for 10 runs and 10 RBIs, stunning the NL West-leading Dodgers.
Angels starter José Soriano (7-4) picked up the win, allowing five runs (four earned) and eight hits over six innings. The Angels' offense, particularly their lower-ranked hitters, overshadowed a quiet series for star Mike Trout. Nick Madrigal, batting seventh, demonstrated patience by drawing three walks before contributing a single in a crucial seventh inning.
The Dodgers had previously won five of six games in the Freeway Series, outscoring the Angels significantly. However, on Sunday, their pitching struggled, with starter Emmet Sheehan pulled early. Dalton Rushing had a strong showing for the Dodgers, finishing 4-for-4 with a three-run homer, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Angels' offensive surge.
