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The two-run, first-inning homer that Arizona’s Paul Goldschmidt hit off Bumgarner in his last start was somewhat unusual. Bumgarner’s first-inning ERA this year is a respectable 2.81.
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Ryu’s October role is a real unknown because of the surplus of starters. Manager Dave Roberts said he wants to see Ryu come out of the bullpen after this start, even though the club is uncertain if he can warm up quickly.
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This will be Stratton’s Dodger Stadium debut. He has thrived when paired with catcher Nick Hundley, who has guided him to a 2.61 ERA in eight games. Stratton’s ERA with Buster Posey is 9.75.
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Kershaw makes a start more significant than one would expect considering the team’s situation, because of the grand slam he allowed in Philadelphia and the need to show he’s playoff ready.
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The veteran left-hander figures to be in the thick of the Padres’ rotation battle next spring. He gets to make one final case in 2017, after tossing six impressive innings of two-run, three-hit ball against Arizona on Tuesday.
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Lamet will be looking for a strong finish to his impressive rookie campaign after a rare poor outing. He allowed six runs to the D-backs on Wednesday after a stretch of 10 straight starts in which he had allowed three runs or fewer.
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After 7 1/3 shutout innings against the Rockies in his last start, Richard will need 7 2/3 more innings against the Dodgers for his first 200-inning season since 2012. He is among baseball's leaders in ground-ball double plays with 32.
