The Los Angeles Dodgers came agonizingly close to achieving a combined no-hitter for the second time in three days but secured a 3-1 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Monday night, with Tyler Glasnow delivering a masterful seven-inning, no-hit performance. This win kept the Dodgers one game ahead of the San Diego Padres in the National League West race, providing a crucial boost amid a recent slump.
Glasnow, who had been scratched from his previous start due to back tightness, showed no signs of discomfort as he dominated from the outset. He needed 105 pitches to complete seven frames, striking out 11 batters and walking only two, demonstrating excellent command and efficiency. His performance was particularly impressive given his injury history, including a strained elbow that ended his 2024 season early, and marked a return to form after a period of poor run support.
In the eighth inning, reliever Blake Treinen took over and retired the side in order, preserving the no-hit bid and setting the stage for a potential historic moment. However, the drama unfolded in the ninth when Tanner Scott entered and gave up a leadoff double to Ryan Ritter on his second pitch, ending the chance for Major League Baseball’s first no-hitter of the season. Scott quickly regrouped, retiring the next three batters to notch his 21st save and secure the win.
The Dodgers’ offense, which has struggled recently, provided just enough support to back Glasnow’s brilliance. After being held hitless through five innings by Rockies starter Chase Dollander, they broke through in the sixth with Freddie Freeman’s RBI double to tie the game. In the seventh, Mookie Betts delivered a clutch two-run single with two outs, driving in Shohei Ohtani and Andy Pages to take the lead, which proved decisive.
This victory was especially meaningful for Glasnow, who earned his first win since March 31, ending a string of 10 no-decisions in his 15 starts due to minimal run support. The Dodgers have been scuffling, with a 1-5 record on their recent East Coast trip and a 3-7 mark in their last 10 games, making this win a much-needed morale boost. Manager Dave Roberts emphasized the importance of team success over individual milestones, praising the pitching staff’s effort.
The near no-hitter comes just two days after Yoshinobu Yamamoto took a no-hit bid into the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles, only to lose the game in a collapse. This consistency in pitching excellence highlights the Dodgers’ strength on the mound, but concerns remain about the bullpen’s reliability in high-pressure situations. The team’s ability to maintain leads will be critical as the season progresses.
With 18 games remaining in the regular season, the Dodgers are focused on sustaining this level of play to secure a postseason berth. The performance underscores their potential when both pitching and offense align, and they will look to build momentum heading into the playoffs. The win not only solidifies their division lead but also serves as a reminder of the high-caliber talent within their rotation.