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Jones (1-1) took the loss Monday, allowing five runs on eight hits and a walk over four innings against the Athletics. He struck out four.

Jones was hampered by the long ball, as he surrendered two-run homers to Nick Kurtz and Jeff McNeil in the second and fourth innings, respectively. The early returns for Jones since making his season debut May 29 have been lackluster, though a slow start from the 24-year-old is hardly surprising given that he's coming off missing all of 2025 due to right elbow surgery. The right-hander will carry a 6.23 ERA, 1.62 WHIP and 18:6 K:BB across 17.1 innings (four starts) into his next outing, tentatively scheduled for Sunday on the road against the Rockies.

Rojas hit a solo home run in his only plate appearance during Monday's 4-3 win over Tampa Bay.

It didn't quite match the drama of his ninth-inning, game-tying homer in Game 7 of the World Series last year, but Rojas' seventh-inning solo blast Monday ended up being the decisive moment in the Dodgers' victory. Rojas entered the game as a pinch hitter for Alex Freeland, who struck out twice and is just 1-for-13 over his past six contests. This was also Rojas' first showing since he was pulled from Saturday's matchup versus the White Sox due to a right shin issue, so the veteran infielder appears to be fine. He's probably going to continue seeing inconsistent playing time, however, as Los Angeles' infield situation is about to get more crowded with Tommy Edman (ankle) slated to be activated off the 60-day IL on Tuesday.

Tucker went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run in a 4-3 win against Tampa Bay on Monday.

The Dodgers fell behind 3-0 early before Tucker gave his team a big boost with a game-tying three-run blast in the second inning. It was only the second time the veteran outfielder has gone deep at home this season, and he has hit just six homers overall through 69 games. Tucker has been largely a disappointment so far in his first campaign in Los Angeles, though his 43 runs, 39 RBI and six stolen bases are at least providing some value to fantasy managers.

Shaw went 2-for-4 with a triple, two RBI, a run scored and a walk in Monday's 5-4 win over the Rockies.

Shaw picked up a pair of hits, including an RBI triple in the sixth inning, but it was his walk with the bases loaded in the ninth inning that made him the hero of the Cubs' walk-off win. Manning right field, Monday marked the 24-year-old's first start since being reinstated from the injured list Tuesday. Shaw's defensive versatility opens the door for him to fill in at multiple positions, though there isn't a clear path to an everyday role at the moment. Across 113 plate appearances this season, the 2023 first-round pick is slashing .255/.313/.422 with 10 extra-base hits (three homers), 14 RBI, 11 runs and three stolen bases.

Carrigg went 1-for-3 with a three-run home run, an additional RBI and a walk in Monday's 5-4 loss to the Cubs.

Carrigg was credited with driving in all four of his club's runs, as he drew a bases-loaded walk in the sixth inning before cranking a three-run homer in the eighth frame to give the Rockies a lead they would ultimately squander. The early returns on the rookie have been positive, as he has gone 7-for-27 (.259) with three homers, a triple, eight RBI, six runs and three walks through seven games. Carrigg has yet to attempt a steal, though he's known for his activity on the basepaths after swiping 29 bags in 57 games with Triple-A Albuquerque prior to being promoted.

Crooks went 1-for-3 with a double and two RBI in Monday's win over the Padres.

Crooks provided the game's biggest hit in the fourth inning, lining a two-run double off Lucas Giolito to extend St. Louis' lead. The two RBI marked the second multi-RBI game of the catcher's young career. Since being called up from Triple-A Memphis on May 29, he has gone 6-for-28 (.214) with one home run, two doubles, six RBI and two runs scored. Playing time will be inconsistent for Crooks, as he currently operates in a catching committee alongside Ivan Herrera and Pedro Pages.

Scott earned a save against the Rays on Monday, striking out one batter in a perfect inning of work.

Scott had just a one-run lead to work with when he entered in the ninth frame, but he didn't show any stress, retiring the Rays in order on 13 pitches. The southpaw is now 8-for-9 in save chances on the season after stepping in as closer for the injured Edwin Diaz (elbow) in late April. Scott blew 10 saves in 33 chances in his first regular season with the Dodgers last year, but he's been much better in 2026, as evidenced by his 2.40 ERA, 0.73 WHIP and 36:3 K:BB through 30 innings spanning 32 outings.

Halvorsen blew the save in Monday's 5-4 loss to the Cubs. He allowed two inherited runners to score on a hit and a walk without recording an out.

Entering with the bases loaded, no outs and the Rockies clinging to a one-run lead in the ninth inning, Halvorsen gave up an RBI single to Pedro Ramirez before walking Matt Shaw to bring in the game-winning run. While the runs were charged to Juan Mejia's line and he was saddled with the loss, Halvorsen was credited with the blown save in his first save situation of the season. The right-hander has split time between Triple-A Albuquerque and Colorado in 2026, posting a 3.31 ERA, 1.78 WHIP and 16:14 K:BB across 16.1 innings with the big-league club.

Lauer allowed three runs on six hits and three walks while striking out four batters over six innings in a no-decision against Tampa Bay on Monday.

It initially looked like Lauer could be in for a bad evening, as he gave up two runs in the first inning and another in the second. However, the left hander was able to bounce back and keep the Rays off the scoreboard for the remainder of his outing. Lauer ended up with just his second quality start of the season, with his other such performance coming May 26 versus Colorado in his Dodgers debut. Lauer may not be a permanent part of Los Angeles' rotation, but with Blake Snell (elbow) and Tyler Glasnow (back) likely at least a month away from returning, he's pitched well enough to earn some leash as a starter. He lines up to make his next appearance in Minnesota.

Giolito (2-2) took the loss Monday against the Cardinals, allowing three runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out two over five innings.

Following a clean first inning from opener Wandy Peralta, Giolito took over and turned in a respectable outing. The right-hander allowed three consecutive hits in the third inning, leading to the game's first run. He then ran into more trouble in the fourth, when two walks and a two-run double accounted for the rest of the damage. Unfortunately for Giolito, he was matched up against a dominant Dustin May, who spun a one-hit shutout and left little room for error. Since making his season debut on May 17, Giolito owns a 4.56 ERA, 1.79 WHIP and 16:21 K:BB across 25.2 innings. The veteran is slated to make his next start on the road against Texas.