A rematch between pitchers took place 40 days after their initial meeting. Yoshinobu Yamamoto faced Chris Sale again in a pivotal game. Previously, Sale had a standout performance, tossing a complete-game shutout with 11 strikeouts. Yamamoto had a strong game as well, but it was overshadowed by Sale's brilliance.

This time, the outcome was different, with Yamamoto outdueling Sale. The Dodgers took a series lead as a result. Further details about the game and its impact are available.

The initial meeting between the two pitchers had been notable, with Sale's performance earning praise from fans and announcers alike.