Game Preview 6/2 Phillies @ Dodgers

The Dodgers look to sweep the Phillies in their first head-to-head series of the season today at Dodger Stadium. Rich Hill, the current oldest pitcher in the majors, is on the bump for the Dodgers. The veteran left-hander has been very consistent this season, throwing six innings in four of his last six starts. Starting for the Phillies today is third-year pitcher Nick Pivetta. He has been struggling of late, giving up at least three runs in each of his last five starts and the long ball has been a problem for the youngster. The Dodgers offense has been hot recently with a team line of .310/. 373/. 571 over their last five games, posting a record of 4-1 over that span. Cody Bellinger has led the Dodgers this season 20 home runs and a whopping 1.208 ops, establishing himself as the star power in the Dodgers lineup in the batter’s box as well as on the field. The National League East leading Phillies have posted a .245/. 328/. 416 batting line over the club’s last five games, going 2-3 in those five games. With warm LA temperatures and no shortage of Star Power on display in this matchup, expect a high-scoring game with plenty of hitting between these two powerhouse clubs.