{
  "id": 645847,
  "title": "Blake Snell fans 10 in 6 innings in return for the Dodgers after a 3-month elbow injury layoff",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/blake-snell-fans-10-in-6-innings-in-return-for-the-dodgers-after-a-3",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-12T06:53:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Associated Press",
    "slug": "associated-press",
    "url": "https://apnews.com/article/dodgers-blake-snell-returns-e35fe904d3ca8f2ed83d0b45bc069e2d"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Los Angeles Dodgers ace Blake Snell delivered a dominant performance, striking out 10 opposing batters in six innings as he made his first start for the team since a three-month absence due to elbow injuries. The 6-foot-10 right-hander showcased a completely different demeanor from his lone season start, where he surrendered four runs over three innings.\n\nSnell's first-inning brilliance was particularly noteworthy, as he retired all three batters on 13 pitches for the first time as a Dodger. Manager Dave Roberts praised Snell's renewed aggression and physical condition, crediting the pitcher for his electrifying performance.\n\nDespite Snell's stellar outing not impacting the final decision, the Dodgers prevailed in a hard-fought 5-4 victory over the Kansas City Royals in 10 innings. Snell conceded one run and three hits while walking one, ultimately giving up the tying run on a sacrifice fly to Bobby Witt Jr. in the fourth inning. However, the Los Angeles native insisted he felt strong and in control, accepting full credit for his electric stuff and aggressive pitching style.",
  "summary": "LOS ANGELES (AP) — Blake Snell struck out 10 batters in six innings in his return to the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers after being sidelined for three months with loose…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}