Quick Start for the Dodgers 
The Los Angeles Dodgers kicked off their game at Wrigley Field with promising momentum on the mound and at the plate. Mookie Betts got the ball rolling with an infield single, but unfortunately, it was followed by a double play. In the bottom half, the defense was sharp with Casparius retiring the side in order, striking out Kyle Tucker and Justin Turner in quick succession. It was a solid start with the game remaining scoreless by the end of the first inning.Third-Inning Action Retakes the Lead! 
The top of the 3rd came with heart-pounding excitement as Michael Conforto showed patience at the plate with a walk. It quickly paid off when Austin Barnes and Shohei Ohtani filled the bases. Though Betts lined out, Teoscar Hernández delivered under pressure with a sharp single to left that drove in two runs, crowning the Dodgers with a 2-0 lead! It was electrifying to witness our boys making such plays under pressure!Fifth-Inning Thrills and Heartbreaks 
The 5th inning was a rollercoaster! Although the Cubs were able to take a 6-5 lead on a series of unfortunate events in the bottom half, our guys came back hard! Betts crushed a double, and Hernández hit a booming home run to left center, pushing the Dodgers back ahead 5-3. Sadly, the Cubs responded aggressively and pulled ahead by the inning's end with a score of 7-5. Our resilience was tested, but the spirit stayed unbroken.Thriller Conclusion 
The tension was undeniable as Andy Pages led off the top of the 6th with an inspiring solo homer, narrowing the gap to 7-6. Every Dodgers fan was clinging to the edge of their seat as Conforto and Barnes threatened further damage, but the inning came to an untimely end. Despite our valiant efforts through the final frames, including a battling 9th inning, the Cubs managed to hold their narrow lead, resulting in a hard-fought game that concluded with a 7-6 Cubs victory. Despite the loss, what an incredible effort from Hernández, Betts, and Pages! Until next time Dodgers fans, let's keep the faith and continue cheering on our exceptional team!
️Scoreboard for Dodgers @ Cubs (April 23rd, 2025)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 8 | 1 |
| 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 11 | 0 |