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Dodgers waste Emmet Sheehan’s gem in stunning loss to Cubs

California Post·Edward Lewis·about 1 month ago
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Emmet Sheehan’s night started with a PitchCom issue. There weren’t many hiccups for the Dodgers starter after that. But, somehow, Los Angeles still lost. Emmet Sheehan twirled a gem against the Cubs, but somehow, the Dodgers still lost. AP The 26-year-old right-hander dominated the red-hot Cubs on Friday, but a Dodgers bullpen implosion saddled Los Angeles with a stunning 6-4 defeat at Dodger Stadium. “He did a great job,” Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said of his starter. “It’s just unfortunate that we couldn’t get him a win. Because he pitched his tail off.” Sheehan, who entered with a 5.85 ERA, struck out seven of the first nine batters he faced and appeared to have control of all his pitches. His fastball velocity — the subject of much consternation earlier this year — dipped from 95-96 mph to 92-93 mph in the fourth inning, though it came back up later. Sheehan ultimately went 6 1/3 innings and tied his career high with 10 strikeouts. He allowed four hits and one walk.…

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