Edwin Díaz survives another ninth-inning adventure as Dodgers beat Brewers

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Edwin Díaz endured a chaotic ninth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers, managing to secure a win for his team nonetheless. With a 2-1 lead heading into the ninth, Díaz faced an onslaught of challenges, hitting a batter, walking two, and surrendering a 104-mph ground ball. Despite these struggles, Díaz still managed to escape unscathed, as he ended the inning with a grounder to Mookie Betts, clinching a 3-1 victory for the Dodgers.

Dave Roberts, the Dodgers' manager, acknowledged the rough nature of the inning but commended Díaz for his determination to finish. The win comes after a disappointing loss to Milwaukee on Thursday, allowing the Dodgers to extend their lead in the National League West to eight games. While the Brewers maintain the best record in baseball, with two games left between them, the Dodgers were grateful for the win on Friday, even if it was far from routine.