What happened: The Los Angeles Dodgers released their starting lineup ahead of tonight's road game against the Athletics. The two clubs continue their series with first pitch set for the evening.
Why it matters: The Dodgers carry the NL West's best record into the matchup at 55-30, riding a three-game winning streak. The Athletics enter at 40-45, hoping to steady a stretch that has seen them drop three straight.
By the numbers: Los Angeles is 55-30 on the season, averaging 5.3 runs while allowing 3.5, and comes in 3-2 over its last five. The Athletics sit at 40-45, scoring 4.6 and allowing 5.3, with a current three-game skid. In their most recent meeting on June 29, the Dodgers took it 9-4. Los Angeles is listed with the total set at 11.0.
What to watch: Watch for how the Athletics' bats respond after the lopsided result a night earlier, and whether the Dodgers' rotation keeps their winning streak going.