Dodgers Set To Face D‑Backs Ahead Of All‑Star Break

Sheehan Seeks Redemption After June Slump

Emmet Sheehan enters Sunday’s matchup looking to build on a rebound performance after a turbulent June. In his last two starts he has allowed just one run while striking out five batters each inning, a solid turnaround for the right‑hander. However, his recent effort against the Padres showcased the work still needed: 96 pitches produced only 4 ⅓ innings of work. Dodgers fans will watch whether Sheehan can maintain this improved stretch as the team heads into the All‑Star break.

June had been a rough month for Sheehan, but the pitcher has weathered the turbulence and delivered back‑to‑back quality outings. Each of those starts kept the opposition to a single run, illustrating a tighter command and increased strikeout punch. The 96‑pitch outing versus San Diego, while short, provided a glimpse of his ability to go deep into games when conditions align. If Sheehan can sustain this momentum, he could become a key innings eater for Los Angeles down the stretch.

Zac Gallen’s Struggles Drop D‑Backs in the Dumps

Across the league, Zac Gallen now sits dead last among 61 qualified pitchers in both ERA (6.34) and xERA (6.53), a steep decline from his early‑season form. Through April the D‑backs ace posted a 3.14 ERA and 5.17 xERA, but the sophomore slump has seen him surrender 63 runs (59 earned) over 69 ⅓ innings in his last 13 starts. Those numbers translate to a 7.66 ERA and 7.11 xERA, raising serious concerns about his health and the Diamondbacks’ rotation depth.

Gallen’s recent torso of poor results threatens to weaken Arizona’s ability to compete in the tightly contested NL West. The contrast between his first two months (3.14 ERA) and his current stretch (7.66 ERA) highlights a dramatic Performance shift that could impact playoff hopes. The D‑Backs will need to find ways to reset Gallen’s mechanics or lean on other arms as the season intensifies heading into the break.

Game Details and Broadcast Information

Sunday’s tilt marks the final contest before the All‑Star pause, with the Dodgers hosting the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chavez Ravine in Los Angeles. Fans can catch the action on AM 570 for English commentary and KTNQ 1020 AM for Spanish broadcasts, ensuring the game reaches the full fanbase. This matchup sets the stage for the break, giving both clubs a chance to lock in momentum ahead of the mid‑season hiatus.

• Teams: Dodgers vs. D‑backs
• Radio: AM 570 (English), KTNQ 1020 AM (Spanish)

As the Dodgers aim to shore up their rotation with Sheehan’s potential resurgence and the Diamondbacks grapple with Gallen’s dip in form, Sunday’s game promises to be a bellwether for the second half of the season. Both clubs will look to use the brief off‑day to address any issues highlighted on the field, making this pre‑break contest a critical snapshot of where each team stands.