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Tanner Scott Blows Save, Avoids Loss
about 1 year agoUS
Dodgers closer Tanner Scott had a rough outing on Tuesday, blowing a save against the Arizona Diamondbacks but was spared the loss thanks to a Dodgers rally.
Key Insights
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Tanner Scott allowed a solo home run to Gabriel Moreno in the ninth inning, tying the game and blowing the save.
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He then gave up a two-run home run to Corbin Carroll in the tenth inning.
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Despite the poor performance, the Dodgers rallied to win in extra innings, preventing Scott from taking the loss.
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This outing ended Scott's 7.2-inning scoreless streak.
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Scott's season ERA is now 2.42 with a 0.85 WHIP, and he has 23 strikeouts to 1 walk over 22.1 innings.
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He is 9-for-12 in save opportunities this season, with four holds.
In-Depth Analysis
Tanner Scott entered Tuesday's game against the Diamondbacks in the ninth inning with a one-run lead, tasked with securing the save. However, Gabriel Moreno took him deep, tying the game at 1-1. Scott continued pitching into the tenth inning, where Corbin Carroll hit a two-run home run, putting the Diamondbacks ahead. Despite these setbacks, the Dodgers managed to rally in the bottom of the tenth, securing a 4-3 victory and preventing Scott from being charged with the loss. This outing marked Scott's third blown save of the season and ended a 7.2-inning scoreless streak. While Scott has generally been reliable as the Dodgers' closer, manager Dave Roberts has shown a willingness to use him in various high-leverage situations, not always strictly in save situations.
FAQs
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Q: What was Tanner Scott's performance like in the game against the Diamondbacks?
Scott allowed three runs (two earned) on four hits, including two home runs, in 1.2 innings.
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Q: How many blown saves does Tanner Scott have this season?
Tanner Scott has three blown saves this season.
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Q: What is Tanner Scott's ERA and WHIP this season?
As of May 21, 2025, Tanner Scott has a 2.42 ERA and a 0.85 WHIP.
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Q: What is Tanner Scott's save percentage this season?
Tanner Scott is 9-for-12 in save opportunities this season.
Key Takeaways
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Tanner Scott had a shaky outing, blowing a save and allowing multiple home runs.
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Despite the poor performance, the Dodgers' offense bailed him out, preventing him from taking the loss.
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Scott remains a key part of the Dodgers' bullpen, though his role may be somewhat flexible depending on game situations.
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Fantasy baseball managers should monitor Scott's usage and performance, but he is still likely to be the primary closer for the Dodgers.
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