Dodgers sweep White Sox 6-2 on July 4, 2025, as Dustin May flirts with perfection and Mookie Betts ends his homer drought. Read how LA's stars shined bright.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Happy Fourth of July, Dodger Blue! The fireworks came a day early at Chavez Ravine as the Dodgers capped off a dominant three-game sweep of the Chicago White Sox with a 6-2 victory. It was a game that had everything: a masterful performance on the mound, a superstar breaking out of a slump, and a veteran outfielder continuing his hot streak, providing a massive boost for a team navigating some significant roster hurdles.
Dustin May was simply untouchable, retiring the first 16 batters he faced en route to a season-high nine strikeouts.
Dustin May delivered the kind of ace-like performance the Dodgers desperately needed. He was perfect through 5.1 innings, carving up the White Sox lineup before a Brooks Baldwin single broke up the bid. May finished with seven overpowering innings, allowing just two runs and fanning a season-high nine batters. The dominant outing earned him his first win since June 15 and showed just how high his ceiling is when he's on. With the pitching staff still battling injuries, this version of May is a game-changer.
The biggest sigh of relief came from the bat of Mookie Betts, who blasted a solo shot in the seventh to end a frustrating 21-game homer drought. It was a welcome sight for fans and a potential sign that the superstar is turning a corner. He wasn't the only one providing power. Michael Conforto continued his recent surge, capping a four-run third inning with a two-run homer, his third in the last seven games. While his season-long numbers are still low, his bat is clearly heating up. And of course, the ever-reliable Freddie Freeman did his part, going 2-for-4 with three crucial RBIs.
The victory celebration was tempered by roster news, as third baseman Max Muncy was placed on the 10-day injured list, a significant blow to the lineup's power. In a corresponding flurry of moves, Esteury Ruiz was recalled, Steward Berroa was designated for assignment, and first baseman CJ Alexander was claimed off waivers from the Yankees. These moves highlight the ongoing challenges for a front office patching holes, especially with key bullpen arms like Brusdar Graterol, Kyle Hurt, and Evan Phillips still on the long road to recovery.
This sweep against the White Sox was more than just three wins; it was a statement. With Dustin May looking like an ace and key bats like Betts and Conforto heating up, the Dodgers showed they have the firepower to overcome adversity. As the team navigates a tricky stretch without Max Muncy and with a still-mending bullpen, performances like this will be the key to maintaining their spot atop the division. The next series will be a crucial test of this newfound momentum.
