The Los Angeles Dodgers and Arizona Diamondbacks delivered a rollercoaster of a game in Phoenix, culminating in a dramatic six-run ninth inning capped off by Shohei Ohtani’s three-run homer. The game, a back-and-forth affair featuring a combined 25 runs and 26 hits, saw both teams blow substantial leads before the Dodgers emerged victorious, 14-11.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, who played alongside Barry Bonds, declared Ohtani as one of the two greatest players he’s ever seen, highlighting Ohtani’s clutch performance. Ohtani’s heroics weren’t limited to the final inning; he started the night with a powerful double off the center field wall, a testament to his remarkable hitting ability.
The early innings saw a flurry of home runs. Ketel Marte hit two solo shots for the Diamondbacks, while Enrique Hernandez launched a leadoff homer for the Dodgers, who built an 8-3 lead after a five-run third. However, the Diamondbacks responded with a vengeance. Lourdes Gurriel Jr.’s grand slam in the fifth inning swung the momentum, and Arizona eventually took an 11-8 lead with consecutive solo homers in the eighth.
The Dodgers, however, refused to yield. In the ninth, Freddie Freeman started the rally with a single, followed by Andy Pages’ RBI double. Enrique Hernandez added another RBI double, and Max Muncy’s single tied the game at 11. With runners on first and second, Ohtani stepped to the plate against Ryan Thompson. After falling behind 1-2, Ohtani crushed a breaking ball deep into the right field seats, igniting a wild celebration and securing the improbable victory for the Dodgers.
This incredible game showcased the explosive offensive power of both teams and highlighted Ohtani’s exceptional ability to deliver in high-pressure situations. His performance once again solidified his status as one of baseball’s most electrifying players.
