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Ohtani Nears 300 HRs in Thrilling Dodgers Win
7 Jul
Summary
- Shohei Ohtani hit his 19th home run of the season, bringing him closer to 300 career MLB home runs.
- The Dodgers secured their 60th win of the season in an 11-inning, 8-7 victory over the Colorado Rockies.
- Dalton Rushing hit a walk-off single in the 11th inning after a dramatic game with multiple lead changes.
Shohei Ohtani is on the verge of another significant career milestone, with his next home run set to be his 300th in Major League Baseball. His 19th home run of the current season was a key moment in the Dodgers' thrilling 11-inning, 8-7 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Monday night.
The Dodgers achieved their 60th win, becoming the first team in baseball to reach this benchmark, and they hold a commanding 14-game lead in the National League West. The game itself was eventful, including a ninth-inning blown save by Tanner Scott, a tense moment in the 10th inning that led to both benches clearing, and a walk-off single by catcher Dalton Rushing to secure the win.
Ohtani's home run against Rockies starter Kyle Freeland, against whom he has a remarkable record, helped reverse an early deficit. This performance extended his impressive season, and he remains Japan's major league home run leader by a significant margin. Meanwhile, the Dodgers also saw solid contributions from pitcher Eric Lauer, acquired for cash considerations, who pitched six innings allowing three runs and six hits.
