The Los Angeles Dodgers had a successful week, winning four out of six games as they head into the final month of the regular season.
Despite facing injuries in their starting rotation, the team managed to secure victories against the Arizona Diamondbacks, Los Angeles Angels, and Cleveland Guardians.
Here are the best plays from the week:
10. Shohei Ohtani's Triple in Angel Stadium
Ohtani made his much-anticipated return to Angel Stadium, where he recorded a triple in his first game back.
In his first game back at the place where he became a two-time American League MVP, Ohtani recorded a triple. He finished the game with two runs, one hit, one walk, and one RBI.
9. Max Muncy's Double Play
In a game against the Guardians, Muncy showcased his defensive skills with a leaping catch that set up a double play, throwing to Freddie Freeman to complete the out.
8. Landon Knack's Strong Performance
With injuries affecting the rotation, Knack stepped up in his return to the Dodgers. He struck out eight batters while allowing three hits and two earned runs, although the team fell short of a win.
7. Ohtani Steals Three Bases
In a game against the Diamondbacks, Ohtani stole three bases, bringing his season total to 46. The performance brought Ohtani’s stolen base count to 46 on the season, as he shoots for the first 50/50 season in MLB history.
6. Freddie Freeman's Home Run Duo
Freeman had a standout game against the Diamondbacks, hitting two home runs and driving in five runs, helping the Dodgers secure a decisive victory.
5. Jack Flaherty's Pitching Excellence
Flaherty was named Pitcher of the Week after starting two games and allowing just one earned run over 13 innings, striking out 13 batters in the process.
Flaherty allowed nine hits, one earned run, and three walks while striking out 13. The Dodgers earned wins in both of Flaherty’s starts, against the Diamondbacks and Guardians.
4. Teoscar Hernández's Five-Hit Game
Hernández had an impressive outing against the Diamondbacks, going 5-for-5 at the plate and scoring two runs, marking one of his best performances since joining the team.
3. Six-Run First Inning
The Dodgers exploded for six runs in the first inning against the Guardians, setting the tone for their victory. Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman, Max Muncy, Tommy Edman, Miguel Rojas, and Andy Pages all recorded runs during the game, as the Dodgers’ first inning set them up for victory.
2. Ohtani's Historic Season Continues
After hitting two home runs and stealing three bases last week, Ohtani now has 46 home runs and 46 stolen bases on the season. He is now four home runs and four stolen bases away from the first 50/50 season in MLB history.
1. Mookie Betts' Game-Winning Home Run
In a tense matchup against the Angels, Betts hit a three-run home run in the 10th inning after the Angels intentionally walked Ohtani, sealing the win for the Dodgers.
Angels manager Ron Washington insisted this was no slight to Betts, but Betts made the Angels pay anyway by hitting a three-run home run to give the Dodgers the clear lead and eventual win.
With the regular season winding down, the Dodgers are showing resilience and talent, setting themselves up for a strong finish.
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