The Los Angeles Dodgers have dropped their fourth consecutive game, falling to the San Francisco Giants, despite Shohei Ohtani’s long-awaited seventh home run of the season. Ohtani went 2-for-4 with a walk and a solo shot, his first homer in 12 games, but it wasn’t enough to lift the struggling lineup.
On the mound, Yoshinobu Yamamoto lasted just 6 1/3 innings, surrendering five earned runs on three home runs—a season-high—to suffer his third loss. The Dodgers’ offense has been mired in a deep slump, raising concerns about the reigning World Series champions’ ability to bounce back.
After the game, Yamamoto spoke about Ohtani’s home run, saying, “Everyone was waiting for that,” and explained why he flashed a smile in the dugout. The team now faces mounting pressure as they look to halt their losing streak.
Despite the loss, analysts remain focused on Ohtani’s hitting mechanics, noting that while he has been chasing fewer bad pitches, other warning signs have emerged. Meanwhile, Yamamoto’s recent struggles are viewed as minor setbacks, with many believing his performance remains close to elite. The Dodgers must now regroup as they continue their series against division rivals.