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Max Muncy and Teoscar Hernández Lead Dodgers’ Offense in 12-6 Win Over Cardinals

Rookie Emmet Sheehan’s five-inning start highlighted the pitching depth underpinning the Dodgers’ NL West lead

Mookie Betts of the Dodgers celebrates hitting a double as Brendan Donovan  of the St. Louis Cardinals looks on during the third inning at Dodger Stadium on August 05, 2025. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)
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LOS ANGELES, CA – AUGUST 05: Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (37) celebrates with Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy (13) after hitting his second home run of the MLB game between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Los Angeles Dodgers on August 5, 2025 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Overview

  • Max Muncy returned from a month on the injured list and went 4-for-5 with two homers and four RBIs.
  • Teoscar Hernández matched Muncy’s output with two home runs and four RBIs of his own.
  • Rookie right-hander Emmet Sheehan allowed two runs on four hits and struck out five over five innings in a six-man rotation.
  • Outfielder Tommy Edman was placed on the 10-day injured list with recurring ankle discomfort before the game.
  • The Dodgers remained atop the National League West despite an 8-9 record since the All-Star break.