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Dodgers News: Rich Hill ‘Terrible’ in Loss to Cardinals

Rich Hill hasn’t had a successful year.

Hill walked seven Cardinals in four innings, allowing five earned runs in a 6-1 loss. It bumped Hill’s ERA to 4.76.



Hill’s had command issues since spring training. Yesterday was only his second registered loss, but it’s because he’s had two separate DL stints before June. He’s been plagued by blister issues since L.A. acquired him last July.

The Dodgers gave him a three-year, $48 million extension expecting him to be Clayton Kershaw’s second ace. Fortunately for the team, Alex Wood has emerged in that role. But there’s no denying Hill’s been a disappointment so far.

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Dave Roberts said Hill’s curveball control was nonexistent. Hill said he lost the team the game before it had a chance because his mechanics were off.

“I just gave them the game,” Hill said. “Unacceptable. It’s really a tough thing to swallow. I look forward to this week and just getting ready for the next game.”

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Gabe Burns

Gabe Burns is an award-winning journalist. He serves as a reporter and editor at the DodgersNation news desk. He additionally works as editor-in-chief of The Spectator, Valdosta State University's student paper. Gabe's work has been featured on a number of platforms, including Draft Breakdown and Pro Football Spot. His byline has been cited in media such as the New York Times, Los Angeles Times and Chicago Tribune. Aside from covering Dodgers baseball, Gabe enjoys watching the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Orlando Magic and Tampa Bay Lightning. He can be followed on Twitter at @GabeBurns_DN.

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