Dodgers Rout Angels in Spring Training Opener

Dodgers score 9 runs in first 2 innings, cruise to 15-2 victory

Feb. 21, 2026 at 11:52pm

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The Los Angeles Dodgers scored 9 runs in the first 2 innings and cruised to a 15-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels in their spring training opener on Saturday. Hyeseong Kim drove in 3 runs, while Teoscar Hernández, Andy Pages, and Santiago Espinal also had strong offensive performances for the Dodgers.

Why it matters

The lopsided win over their crosstown rivals shows the Dodgers' offensive firepower as they prepare for the upcoming MLB season. It also provided opportunities for players like Kim, who is competing for playing time at second base, to make an impression.

The details

The Dodgers jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the first inning and then exploded for 6 more runs in the second, chasing Angels starter José Soriano. Hyeseong Kim had a 2-run single in the first and an RBI single in the second to lead the offensive onslaught. Teoscar Hernández, Andy Pages, and Santiago Espinal also contributed with multiple hits and runs scored.

  • The game was played on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
  • The Dodgers scored 3 runs in the first inning and 6 more in the second.

The players

Hyeseong Kim

A player competing for playing time at second base for the Dodgers while Tommy Edman is out.

Teoscar Hernández

An outfielder for the Dodgers who is aiming for a Gold Glove Award this season.

Andy Pages

A Dodgers minor league outfielder who doubled and tripled in the game.

Santiago Espinal

A non-roster invitee to the Dodgers' spring training who started at third base and had an RBI single, two walks, and two runs scored.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto

A Dodgers pitcher who made his first start of spring training, going 2 innings and giving up 2 runs.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

Yoshinobu Yamamoto is slated to start again for the Dodgers on Friday, February 28th against the Giants, before leaving for the World Baseball Classic.

The takeaway

The Dodgers' offensive outburst in their spring training opener demonstrates their depth and firepower as they prepare for the 2026 MLB season. Players like Hyeseong Kim used the game as an opportunity to make their case for more playing time.