NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 15: Max Scherzer #31 of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitches during the first inning against the New York Mets at Citi Field on August 15, 2021 in New York City. The Dodgers defeated the Mets 14-4. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
The Dodgers caught the Giants in the NL West standings just in time for their colossal three-game series in Los Angeles this weekend.
Dave Roberts’ side went on an absolute tear in the month of August, going a ridiculous 21-6 to close the gap on San Francisco.
The Dodgers have some of their trade deadline acquisitions to thank for that surge.