The Dodgers crushed the Giants 11-5 on June 15, 2025, extending their win streak to six. See how Will Smith and Teoscar Hernandez powered the LA offense.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
It was a perfect Sunday at Chavez Ravine as the Los Angeles Dodgers put an exclamation point on their series against the San Francisco Giants, dismantling their rivals 11-5. The victory not only secured the series win but also pushed the Dodgers' winning streak to a blistering six games, further solidifying their top spot in the NL West. The bats came alive in a big way, reminding everyone just how deep and dangerous this lineup truly is.
Will Smith was simply on another level this series, hitting .467 with a staggering .619 On-Base Percentage and a .733 Slugging Percentage.
The final score of 11-5 doesn't even do the offensive onslaught justice. From top to bottom, the Dodger lineup feasted on Giants pitching, turning the series finale into a highlight reel. With the win, the Dodgers improved to an impressive 42-29 on the season and a dominant 24-12 at home. It was a statement win against a division rival, capping off a perfect homestand and sending the Giants back to the Bay Area with a clear message: the road to the NL West title runs through Los Angeles.
While the entire lineup contributed, a trio of sluggers did the heaviest lifting. Catcher Will Smith continued his torrid pace, looking like the best hitting catcher in baseball. But he wasn't alone. Teoscar Hernandez was a run-producing machine, driving in 8 runs over the three games, while newcomer Tommy Edman looked right at home, smashing 3 homers and collecting 5 RBIs of his own. This three-headed monster was simply too much for San Francisco to handle, providing the power surge that defined the series.
Beyond the single game, this victory solidified the Dodgers' place atop the standings. Now on a six-game tear, the team is building a crucial cushion in a tight NL West race. While it's only June, these divisional wins are massive, and the team's consistent performance, anchored by a steady pitching staff, is a promising sign as we approach the All-Star break.
Speaking of pitching, the staff continues to be a source of strength. While the bats grabbed the headlines today, the arms did more than enough to secure the win. On a macro level, ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto remains a frontrunner in the NL Cy Young conversation according to MLB.com's latest poll, providing a stable, top-of-the-rotation force. And the future looks just as bright. The latest team newsletter hints that a top right-handed pitching prospect is on the verge of a big-league call-up, suggesting reinforcements are on the way to bolster an already strong group.
With a six-game winning streak, an offense firing on all cylinders, and a firm grip on first place, the Dodgers are looking every bit the juggernaut we expect them to be. As the season nears its midpoint, the team is healthy, confident, and getting contributions from everyone. The boys in blue are rolling, and with reinforcements potentially on the way from the farm, the rest of the league should be on high alert.
