Landon Knack had a standout performance for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night, but unfortunately, the team’s bullpen struggled in a 3-2, 10-inning loss to the Los Angeles Angels. Knack, who was recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City, pitched five shutout innings, allowing only two singles, walking two, and striking out two. The former Science Hill High School and East Tennessee State University standout left the game after throwing 73 pitches with the Dodgers holding a 2-0 lead. Despite his efforts, the Angels rallied and Knack ended up with a no decision.
Knack’s ability to pitch five shutout innings showcased his potential as a reliable arm in the team’s rotation. His consistent performance on the mound has been an asset for the Dodgers this season, despite the challenges of moving between the majors and minors. While the loss was disappointing for the team, they can take comfort in Knack’s solid pitching and look forward to his future contributions. The Dodgers will regroup and focus on improving their bullpen to avoid similar outcomes in future games.
Landon Knack is a 26-year-old rookie right-hander who has been moving between the majors and minors all season long. Despite this challenge, he has shown remarkable talent and resilience on the mound.
In May 19th against Cincinnati Reds was Knack’s last outing in major league before this game against Angels. This game marked his first outing since then.
The loss was a setback for the Dodgers but it also showed that they have someone reliable to count on in their rotation.
Knack’s solid pitching will be crucial for their success going forward.
With time to analyze what happened and make necessary adjustments, we can expect better results from this team in future games.
