Dodgers Cruise Past Reds for Third Straight Win

Los Angeles bounces back from last week's loss with 9-5 victory over Cincinnati

Mar. 13, 2026 at 3:52am

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The Los Angeles Dodgers picked up where they left off following their rest day, taking a 9-5 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday. The Dodgers jumped out to an early 4-0 lead in the first inning and never looked back, getting home runs from Max Muncy and Teoscar Hernandez to cruise to the victory.

Why it matters

The win marks the Dodgers' third straight victory, helping them bounce back from a tough loss to the Reds last week. The game also showcased the Dodgers' offensive firepower, with several players contributing to the scoring effort.

The details

Non-roster invitee Cole Irvin got the start for the Dodgers, allowing one earned run and striking out one batter over two innings. The Dodgers' offense came alive in the first inning, with Teoscar Hernandez, Freddie Freeman, and Santiago Espinal all driving in runs to make it 4-0. The Reds fought back with three runs in the third, but Muncy and Hernandez homered to extend the Dodgers' lead. The Reds added two more runs late, but the Dodgers held on for the 9-5 win.

  • The Dodgers dropped a game to the Reds last Thursday, falling short in a thrilling 14-13 competition.
  • The Dodgers have now won three in a row, and will look to continue their streak against the Seattle Mariners on Friday.

The players

Cole Irvin

A non-roster invitee who got the start for the Dodgers, allowing one earned run and striking out one batter over two innings.

Teoscar Hernandez

The Dodgers outfielder had a fantastic game, hitting a two-run double in the first inning and a two-run homer in the fifth.

Max Muncy

The Dodgers infielder hit a two-run homer in the third inning to extend the team's lead.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

The takeaway

The Dodgers' offensive outburst and ability to bounce back from last week's loss shows the team's resilience and depth, setting them up well for their upcoming matchup against the Mariners as they look to extend their winning streak.