Sun Apr 13 04:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Cubs and Dodgers Clash in Los Angeles: Can Chicago Continue its Success Against LA?

**Los Angeles, CA** – The Chicago Cubs and the Los Angeles Dodgers, both boasting strong records since their last meeting in Tokyo, are set for a three-game series at Dodger Stadium starting Friday. The Cubs (9-4) and Dodgers (8-4) enter the series with similar win percentages, but the Cubs’ recent opponents have arguably been tougher, facing teams like the D-backs and Padres, while the Dodgers have had some easier matchups.

This series holds historical significance, marking the Cubs’ 121st series in Los Angeles against the Dodgers. Chicago has a historically poor record against LA in this venue, winning only 31 of the previous 120 series. However, the Cubs have shown recent improvement, winning two out of three games against the Dodgers in each of the past two seasons.

The pitching matchups for the series are as follows: Friday features Matthew Boyd (Cubs) against Yoshinobu Yamamoto (Dodgers); Saturday pits Ben Brown (Cubs) against Roki Sasaki (Dodgers); and Sunday’s matchup is yet to be determined for the Cubs, though Jordan Wicks is a possibility. The performance of Ben Brown, in particular, could be pivotal for the Cubs’ chances of winning the series.

While the Dodgers remain a formidable opponent, their recent two-game loss in Washington suggests that they are not invincible. The series promises a compelling matchup between two strong teams, with the Cubs aiming to build on their recent success and defy their historical struggles at Dodger Stadium. The Cubs will then travel to San Diego for a series against the Padres.

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