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The Los Angeles Dodgers dominated the New York Yankees 8–2 on July 19 at Yankee Stadium, surpassing the Vegas total of 7.5 runs with a decisive offensive performance. Los Angeles accumulated 10 hits and 8 RBIs while striking out 13 times, posting a .775 OPS that proved enough to overcome their strikeout rate. The Dodgers' pitching staff was equally effective, limiting the Yankees to just 4 hits and 2 earned runs with a 3.50 ERA while issuing no walks. New York managed only 4 hits with a .737 OPS and drew zero walks against the Dodgers' disciplined pitching, highlighting a stark contrast in offensive execution. The Yankees' pitchers struck out 13 Dodgers but allowed 8 earned runs across 7 walks, indicating control issues in a losing effort. Los Angeles' balanced approach—strong contact hitting paired with clean pitching—overwhelmed a Yankees lineup that struggled to generate consistent pressure. The Dodgers' ability to manufacture runs without home runs while forcing strikeouts suggests their pitching staff remains a critical asset heading into the division stretch.