Game result and context
Los Angeles Dodgers defeat San Francisco Giants 8-2 in 2026 regular season matchup
The Los Angeles Dodgers improved to 94-60 with an 8-2 win over the San Francisco Giants on September 18, 2026. Mookie Betts led the offense with two home runs, while Tyler Glasnow earned the win after striking out 10 batters over six innings.
Final result
The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the San Francisco Giants 8-2 on Thursday. The Dodgers scored one run in the first, fifth, and sixth innings before breaking the game open with five runs in the bottom of the eighth. The Giants were held to two runs, one in the second and one in the third inning.
How the game changed
The game remained competitive through seven innings with the Dodgers holding a narrow 3-2 lead. The outcome was decided in the bottom of the eighth inning when the Dodgers offense erupted for five runs. The rally featured home runs from Max Muncy, Kyle Tucker, Mookie Betts, and Will Smith, effectively putting the game out of reach for the Giants.
Key performances
Mookie Betts paced the Dodgers offense, finishing the game 3-for-4 with two home runs and three RBIs. Kyle Tucker also contributed with two hits, including a home run. On the mound, Tyler Glasnow delivered a strong performance, pitching 6.0 innings and recording 10 strikeouts while allowing only two earned runs to earn his fifth win of the season.
For the San Francisco Giants, Jung Hoo Lee provided the team's lone home run in the second inning.
Season and playoff context
With this victory, the Los Angeles Dodgers hold a 94-60 record and have already clinched the division title. The San Francisco Giants fall to 64-90 on the season. The Giants have been eliminated from playoff contention.