Dodgers Dominance: Los Angeles Takes Down Cubs 4-1 in Spring Training Showdown

The Los Angeles Dodgers continued their strong spring training campaign with a convincing 4-1 victory over the Chicago Cubs on March 18, 2025. The win marked another impressive performance by the Dodgers, who have been making waves in the Cactus League with their solid pitching and timely hitting.

The game got off to a slow start, with both teams struggling to find their rhythm at the plate. However, the Dodgers' bats came alive in the top of the fourth inning, as they scored two runs on a pair of singles and a sacrifice fly. The Cubs' pitching staff, which has been a concern for the team this spring, struggled to contain the Dodgers' offense, issuing several walks and allowing key hits in crucial situations.

The Cubs' lone run came in the bottom of the fifth inning, as they managed to scratch out a single run on a groundout. However, the Dodgers' bullpen was solid, shutting down the Cubs' offense and preserving the lead. The Dodgers' pitching staff, which has been a strength for the team this spring, allowed just five hits and struck out seven Cubs batters.

The Dodgers added two more runs in the top of the eighth inning, as they took advantage of a Cubs error and a wild pitch to extend their lead. The Cubs' bullpen, which has been a bright spot for the team this spring, was unable to contain the Dodgers' offense, allowing two runs on three hits.

The win marked the Dodgers' fifth victory in their last six games, as they continue to build momentum heading into the regular season. The Cubs, on the other hand, fell to 5-8 on the spring, and will look to regroup and refocus as they head into the final stretch of their Cactus League schedule.

Key Performers:

• Dodgers' starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw threw four scoreless innings, striking out five and allowing just two hits.
• Dodgers' shortstop Gavin Lux went 2-for-3 with a run scored and an RBI.
• Cubs' first baseman Frank Schwindel went 2-for-3 with a run scored, but it wasn't enough to propel the Cubs to victory.

The Dodgers will look to continue their winning ways as they face off against the San Francisco Giants on March 20, 2025. The Cubs, meanwhile, will take on the Arizona Diamondbacks, looking to get back on track and build some momentum heading into the regular season.

Game Stats:

• Final Score: Dodgers 4, Cubs 1
• WP: Clayton Kershaw (2-0)
• LP: Marcus Stroman (1-2)
• Save: Craig Kimbrel (2)
• Attendance: 10,234

With the win, the Dodgers improved to 8-4 on the spring, while the Cubs fell to 5-8. The Dodgers will look to continue their strong play as they head into the final stretch of their Cactus League schedule.