Clinging to slim division lead, Dodgers take on Mariners

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Looking to hold off their hard-charging division rivals, the Los Angeles Dodgers will receive some reinforcements this week as they open a three-game home series Monday against the Seattle Mariners.

Leading the National League West by 8 1/2 games as recently as July 23, the Dodgers will head into the series with a three-game lead over the San Diego Padres and a four-game advanta