(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
Shohei Ohtani Leads Dodgers to 2-1 Win Over Giants With Two Doubles
Los Angeles: Shohei Ohtani starred for the Los Angeles Dodgers, hitting two doubles off the wall and scoring a key run as the Dodgers edged the San Francisco Giants 2-1 on Thursday night.
Ohtani’s contribution helped Freddie Freeman drive him home during a two-run sixth inning, giving the Dodgers the decisive lead. Despite some struggles from their bullpen, Los Angeles secured their eighth win in 11 games, strengthening their hold atop the NL West.
Pitching Highlights
Yoshinobu Yamamoto shined on the mound, combining with five relievers to throw a one-hitter against the Giants. Yamamoto struck out seven while allowing six walks before exiting in the sixth inning. Michael Kopech and Blake Treinen then allowed a run in the seventh, but Anthony Banda delivered a perfect eighth inning, and Alex Vesia closed with his fifth save of the season.
Logan Webb (14-11) nearly matched Yamamoto, giving up only one hit until the sixth inning. Ohtani’s one-out double in the sixth proved pivotal, setting up the Dodgers’ game-winning rally.
Standings Impact
The victory extends the Dodgers’ lead over the San Diego Padres (83-70) to three games. Meanwhile, the Giants (76-77) dropped three games behind the New York Mets (79-74) in the race for the final NL wild-card spot.
