dailyloe.com – The Dodgers are preparing to face the Houston Astros on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 5:10 p.m. PT. The game takes place at Daikin Park in Houston. After a disappointing series against the Cardinals, where the Dodgers averaged 2.33 runs per game, they anticipate a more favorable matchup.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto will pitch for the Dodgers against the Astros, who are opting for a bullpen game due to injuries in their starting rotation. Houston’s rotation has faced significant challenges throughout the year, including injuries to key players like Tatsuya Imai and Hunter Brown.
Steven Okert, the opener for the Astros, has a 4.20 ERA, which adds to the Dodgers’ optimism. However, the Astros’ bullpen has been particularly problematic, currently holding the worst combined ERA in Major League Baseball at 6.20.
Josh Hader, the Astros’ star closer, is also out, contributing to their struggles. The Angels, in second place for worst bullpen ERA, sit at 5.62. Despite some improvements noted in recent games, the Astros’ relief pitchers remain vulnerable.
This matchup presents an opportunity for the Dodgers to enhance their offensive output. The Dodgers will aim to take advantage of the Astros’ difficulties on the mound to secure a win.
