After losing three consecutive series, the Dodgers return home to host the Royals, with Skubal taking the mound first.

The Los Angeles Dodgers lost the series after a 4-2 defeat to the Arizona Diamondbacks today, marking their third straight series loss, finishing the road trip with a 1-5 record. Next, they will return home to face the Kansas City Royals, with their biggest mid-season acquisition Tarik Skubal leading the way. This will be his first start at Dodger Stadium since joining the team, followed by Blake Snell, who is returning from the injured list.

Regarding this arrangement, manager Dave Roberts said, "We brought in a few good players at the trade deadline, but he stands out. I think a lot of people will be looking forward to his performance, and there will be plenty of excitement. I believe he will also be eager to put on the Dodgers uniform and pitch at Dodger Stadium."

In fact, Skubal had already pitched at this stadium during the 2025 season opener at Dodger Stadium, when he was still wearing a Detroit Tigers uniform. In that game, he pitched 5 innings, allowing 6 hits including 2 home runs, and surrendered 4 runs, taking the loss. Skubal's first start this season in a Dodgers uniform came against the Chicago Cubs, where he delivered a quality start of 6 innings with only 2 runs allowed, but a lack of offensive support from his teammates resulted in another loss.

Skubal will take the mound first in the three-game series, followed by Snell, who has returned from injury. Speaking about these two ace left-handers taking the mound in succession, Roberts said, "It's a big challenge for the opposing lineup, and I'm glad they are on our team." The Dodgers will begin their series against the Royals on August 11 at 10:10 AM Beijing time.