What happened: Max Muncy hit a home run for the Dodgers against the Yankees, according to @MLBNetwork. The shot put Los Angeles ahead in the game.
Why it matters: Los Angeles enters the weekend at 59-33, riding a one-game winning streak, while New York sits 48-40 on a one-game skid. The two teams met the previous night, with the Dodgers winning 2-1.
By the numbers: Dodgers: 59-33, averaging 5.2 runs scored and 3.7 allowed. Yankees: 48-40, averaging 4.7 runs scored and 3.9 allowed.
What to watch: The game continues as Los Angeles looks to build on its early lead over New York.