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Moniak's Blast Seals Dodgers' First Losing Streak!
20 Apr
Summary
- Mickey Moniak's go-ahead homer in seventh secured Rockies' win.
- Shohei Ohtani extended his on-base streak to 51 games.
- Ryan Ward debuted with an RBI single in the Dodgers' loss.
The Colorado Rockies defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 9-6 on Sunday, handing the Dodgers their first losing streak of the season. Mickey Moniak's crucial two-run homer in the seventh inning broke a tie and propelled the Rockies to victory, securing the series win after the Dodgers had won 11 of their previous 13 games.
Shohei Ohtani contributed with two doubles, extending his on-base streak to 51 games, a mark that places him third in franchise history for consecutive games reaching base. In his major league debut, 28-year-old Ryan Ward recorded two hits, including an RBI single that gave the Dodgers an early lead. Ward was recalled while Freddie Freeman was on paternity leave.
The Rockies mounted a comeback against Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki, scoring runs in the fourth and fifth innings. Colorado then took the lead in the seventh against Blake Treinen (1-1) after an RBI single, with Moniak's home run providing the decisive blow. The Rockies extended their lead with three runs in the eighth inning.
Antonio Senzatela (1-0) earned the win in relief for the Rockies, pitching two innings. The series concludes on Monday with a matchup between Rockies LHP Jose Quintana and Dodgers LHP Justin Wrobleski.
