After a strong start to the season, including a solid performance in the Opening Day and Tokyo Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers have hit a bit of a rough patch in the MLB regular season. A crushing 16-0 loss to the Cubs last weekend has raised concerns among fans, as the team now sits with an 11-6 record. Standout player Mookie Betts is well aware of the team’s struggles.

Like any team, the Dodgers are experiencing a tough stretch on their road to the playoffs. With plenty of games still to play, the Dodgers’ fanbase is eager to see the team that claimed last year’s World Series title. As the new additions continue to settle in, they are working to gel with head coach Dave Roberts’ game plan.

One player still finding his footing is Roki Sasaki, who is adjusting to the MLB after coming from Japan, a nation renowned for its baseball culture. Sasaki hasn’t yet delivered a standout performance, and fans are holding out hope for his breakthrough.

Amid the 2-4 stretch over the last two weeks, Betts addressed the team’s struggles with a clear message for both fans and the broader MLB community. “I think it’s just a bumpy two weeks,” Betts said. “We’ve got a long season ahead, and a lot can happen.”

Mookie Betts #50 of the Los Angeles Dodgers participates in warmups prior to a game against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field on August 14, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

He added: “This isn’t the first time we’ve struggled for two weeks. It just happens to be happening right now. If we panic, things get worse. If we don’t panic, it looks like we don’t care. So, what are we supposed to do?”

Betts’ performance this season

While the Dodgers have faced challenges in the latter part of the current season, Betts has remained one of the team’s consistent contributors. Though his performance hasn’t been standout, his numbers are still a key part of the team’s overall stats, and he’ll be looking to regain his best form moving forward.

Here’s a look at his stats so far this season:

  • Games Played (G): 14
  • At-Bats (AB): 52
  • Batting Average (AVG): .288
  • Home Runs (HR): 3
  • Runs Batted In (RBI): 8
  • Stolen Bases (SB): 1
  • On-Base Percentage (OBP): .383
  • Slugging Percentage (SLG): .481
  • OPS: .864

What’s next for the Dodgers?

The Dodgers have performed well overall in the regular season, and the upcoming series present an opportunity to regain momentum and rebuild confidence within the roster.

Here are the upcoming matchups for the Dodgers:

  • vs. Rockies
    • April 14 @ Dodger Stadium
    • April 15 @ Dodger Stadium
    • April 16 @ Dodger Stadium
  • vs. Rangers
    • April 18 @ Globe Life Field
    • April 19 @ Globe Life Field
    • April 20 @ Globe Life Field

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