The Texas Rangers avoided a sweep against the Los Angeles Dodgers by winning 5-2 at Dodger Stadium on April 12, 2026. Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki faced challenges on the mound, allowing five walks and struggling with command, resulting in a 6.23 ERA for the season. In contrast, Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom showcased his skills, allowing just one earned run over six innings while striking out nine batters. Shohei Ohtani provided an early spark for the Dodgers with a leadoff home run, his fifth of the season, but the team's offense faltered, scoring only seven runs over the last two games of the series. The Dodgers' bullpen also struggled, contributing to a season-high 10 walks allowed in the game. The Dodgers will next face the New York Mets in a three-game series, continuing their homestand.