The team lost their last three games in a row. They were beaten by the Oakland Athletics on July 1, 2026. The final score was 7-1. Mookie Betts scored the Dodgers’ only run. The squad trailed early and never caught up. The rookie pitcher made his first ever start. He lasted five innings. A total of twelve hits along with seven runs went past him. Oakland scored six runs before the Dodgers could fight back. The Dodgers now begin their road stint poorly.