Dodgers' Glasnow Shines in Coldest Game Ever

Pitcher overcomes weather challenges to deliver strong outing

Apr. 18, 2026 at 5:18pm

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting a baseball pitcher's delivery broken down into sharp, geometric shapes in shades of blue, green, and grey, conveying the idea of overcoming adverse weather conditions.A Dodgers pitcher's icy performance shows his growth and the team's resilience in the face of challenging conditions.Denver Today

In the coldest Dodgers game on record, pitcher Tyler Glasnow showed growth by overcoming weather challenges and delivering a strong outing. Glasnow, who struggled in similar conditions a year ago, was able to maintain his composure and effectiveness despite the frigid temperatures in Denver.

Why it matters

Glasnow's ability to perform well in adverse weather conditions is an important sign of his development as a pitcher. The Dodgers will need him to be reliable in all types of weather as they aim to return to the playoffs.

The details

Glasnow was rolling through the first two innings of the game, but a rainstorm moved in last year and caused him to lose his composure. This time, he was able to maintain his focus and effectiveness despite the freezing temperatures in Denver, which made it the coldest Dodgers game on record.

  • On April 6 of last season, Glasnow struggled in a rainstorm during a start against the Phillies.
  • In the Dodgers' latest game on April 18, 2026, Glasnow delivered a strong outing in the coldest Dodgers game ever.

The players

Tyler Glasnow

A right-handed pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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What they’re saying

“I think just feeling good was helpful,”

— Tyler Glasnow, Dodgers Pitcher

The takeaway

Glasnow's ability to overcome the elements and pitch effectively in the coldest Dodgers game on record demonstrates his growth as a pitcher and the Dodgers' confidence in his ability to perform in any conditions as they aim to return to the playoffs.