Ohtani’s Milestone
Dodgers’ Japanese star Shohei Ohtani, fresh off being named National League Player of the Week, extended his RBI streak to eight games despite going hitless. This streak pushes his record for the most consecutive games with an RBI by a Japanese player in MLB. The Dodgers secured a 3-0 victory over the White Sox.
Tough Game for Ohtani
The Dodgers started their three-game series against the White Sox after a rest day. Ohtani struggled at the plate, going 0-for-3 with two strikeouts. However, he managed to draw a walk in the seventh inning and hit a sacrifice fly in the ninth inning to drive in a run, adding to the Dodgers’ lead.
Paxton’s Strong Performance
Dodgers’ starting pitcher James Paxton delivered a solid performance, pitching five scoreless innings with 91 pitches. He allowed only three hits and struck out six batters. Despite leaving the game with the score tied at 0-0, his efforts were crucial in maintaining the shutout.
Facing Crochet
The Dodgers’ lineup faced challenges against White Sox lefty Garrett Crochet. Ohtani, in particular, struggled, striking out twice against him. Crochet finished with 5.2 scoreless innings and six strikeouts, stifling the Dodgers’ offense in the early stages.
Breaking Through in the Seventh
The Dodgers’ bats came alive against the White Sox bullpen in the seventh inning. Miguel Rojas and Enrique Hernández hit back-to-back doubles to score the first run. Hernández later scored due to a defensive error by the White Sox, giving the Dodgers a 2-0 lead.
Insurance Run in the Ninth
In the ninth inning, with one out and a runner on third, Ohtani hit a sacrifice fly to bring in another run, extending the Dodgers’ lead to 3-0. This RBI not only continued his streak but also provided a crucial insurance run for the Dodgers.
Looking Ahead
The Dodgers’ victory highlighted their resilience and ability to capitalize on opportunities, even when facing strong pitching. Ohtani’s ongoing RBI streak underscores his value to the team, and Paxton’s effective pitching sets a positive tone for the series. As the Dodgers continue their series against the White Sox, they aim to build on this momentum and secure more wins. (SMBET)