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Dodgers Rally Past Arizona Diamondbacks to Win Season Opener

Andy Pages’ three-run homer led a fifth-inning rally that helped the Dodgers overcome an early deficit and secure an 8-2 win on Opening Day.

  • On Thursday, the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied past the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-2 behind Andy Pages' go-ahead, three-run homer in the fifth inning, launching their pursuit of a third consecutive World Series championship.
  • Opening Day drew thousands to Dodger Stadium for the early National League West matchup, marking the start of the 2026 season with the reigning champions seeking momentum after their recent postseason success.
  • Although Arizona seized an early 2-0 lead on Geraldo Perdomo's homer off starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Los Angeles responded with an offensive surge; Will Smith added a two-run homer to fuel the comeback.
  • The Dodgers tacked on four more runs in the seventh off Taylor Clarke while Pages made a diving catch on Perdomo's fly ball, effectively sealing the victory and controlling Arizona's late-inning chances.
  • With the victory, the Dodgers improved to 1-0 to begin their 2026 campaign, positioning the reigning champions to build momentum as they pursue another title in the competitive National League West.
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Los Angeles., With a key home run by Cuban Andy Pages, Los Angeles Dodgers debuted yesterday in the new Major League baseball season with an 8-2 win over Arizona Diamondbacks.

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(AFP) With a key home run by Cuban Andy Pages, Los Angeles Dodgers debuted Thursday in the new Major League baseball season with an 8x2 win against Arizona Diamondbacks.Read more

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Dodgers play the Diamondbacks with 1-0 series lead

The Los Angeles Dodgers take a 1-0 advantage into the next game of the series against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

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The Washington Post broke the news in on Thursday, March 26, 2026.
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