Dodgers Tie MLB Records in Another Late-Inning Comeback

The back-to-back World Series champions continue their historic start to the 2026 season.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 1:50pm

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The Los Angeles Dodgers made more MLB history on Saturday, tying a pair of records in their 3-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks. First baseman Freddie Freeman hit his 548th career double, tying Alex Rodriguez for 32nd on the all-time list. The Dodgers also became just the seventh team in 125 years to come from behind and win each of their first three games of a season.

Why it matters

The Dodgers' ability to mount late-inning comebacks highlights the depth and resilience of the back-to-back World Series champions. Their historic start to the 2026 season suggests they have the talent and determination to potentially complete a rare three-peat.

The details

In the series-clinching win over the Diamondbacks, Freddie Freeman hit his 548th career double, tying Alex Rodriguez for 32nd on the all-time list. The Dodgers also became just the seventh team in 125 years of MLB history to come from behind and win each of their first three games to start a season.

  • The Dodgers' historic 3-game comeback streak occurred in their opening series of the 2026 season.

The players

Freddie Freeman

The Dodgers' first baseman, who hit his 548th career double to tie Alex Rodriguez for 32nd on the all-time list.

Edwin Diaz

The Dodgers' closer, who recorded the save in the team's series-opening win on Friday and was called upon again on Saturday to seal the victory.

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What’s next

The Dodgers will look to continue their historic start to the season when they face the San Diego Padres in a three-game series beginning on March 31.

The takeaway

The Dodgers' ability to mount late-inning comebacks and tie historic MLB records in the process demonstrates the championship pedigree of the back-to-back World Series champions. Their resilience and depth make them the favorites to complete a rare three-peat in 2026.