Dodgers SP Hiroki Kuroda allowed five runs and nine hits over six innings Friday against the Rockies, walking two and striking out two. He didn't factor in the decision as the game went into extra innings, but he didn't pitch nearly as well as he had in his other starts, when he allowed no more than three earned runs.

On a day when he did an admirable job stranding baserunners, Dodgers SP Hiroki Kuroda couldn't avoid a loss Sunday at Atlanta. He allowed seven hits and four walks in six innings, but only two of those baserunners managed to cross the plate. The right-hander also struck out four.

Kuroda takes loss in quality start vs. Braves

Kuroda solid in Dodgers' loss

Hiroki Kuroda allowed seven hits and three runs over six innings against the Pirates on Monday. He walked none and struck out two. The rookie also contributed an RBI double. Kuroda took a no-decision, as the bullpen blew the lead in the ninth.Kuroda has generally been pretty good over his three outings. Fantasy owners can complain about the lack of strikeouts, but his 2.89 ERA looks solid right now.

Hiroki Kuroda didn't fare as well in his second start for his new team on Wednesday as the Diamondbacks took a 4-3 decision over the Dodgers.In his second start since coming from Japan, the right-hander gave up four runs -- two earned -- and nine hits in 5 2/3 innings.

Dodgers' Kuroda takes to Arizona

Hiroki Kuroda is set to make his second start of the season today against Arizona, according to MLB.com. His first outing was strong as he only allowed one run on three hits over seven innings against the Padres, and he will be counted on today to try to end a two game losing streak for the Dodgers.He will battle Micah Owings, who is 1-0 with a 1.35 ERA. This should be a great game.

Kuroda excels versus Padres in MLB debut