Shohei Ohtani’s impressive performance led the Los Angeles Dodgers to a dominant 10-2 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday night. Ohtani showcased his skills with a solo home run, an RBI double, and a total of three hits in the game.
The highlight of the night was Ohtani’s 12th homer, a mammoth 446-foot drive that landed above the brick facade in right-center field at Oracle Park. This marked the longest home run at the ballpark in nearly two years, impressing both fans and teammates alike.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts compared Ohtani’s power to that of home run king Barry Bonds, stating, “You don’t see many guys hitting the ball (to) that part of the ballpark that far. Fortunately I played with one here. That was pretty impressive. That’s Barry territory.”
Ohtani himself expressed disappointment that his home run didn’t reach the iconic McCovey Cove, a feat he had hoped to achieve like Bonds in years past. Despite this, Ohtani’s performance was a key factor in the Dodgers’ sixth straight victory over the Giants.
Teammates like Gavin Stone praised Ohtani’s hitting prowess, noting that this season is the first where Ohtani can fully focus on his hitting abilities, promising an exciting season ahead.
The Dodgers’ strong pitching also played a crucial role in the win, with Stone delivering a solid performance on the mound. The team’s impressive defensive record was extended as they have now allowed four runs or fewer in 21 consecutive games.
As the series finale approaches, the Dodgers will rely on a bullpen game while the Giants will start RHP Logan Webb. The Giants will conclude a grueling 16-day stretch without a day off, hoping to bounce back from their recent defeat.