Dodgers Secure 7-4 Victory Over Marlins
In a competitive matchup on Monday night, the Los Angeles Dodgers triumphed over the Miami Marlins with a score of 7-4. This win marks the Dodgers’ eighth victory out of their last nine games as they embark on a lengthy 10-game road trip.
Key Performers
Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman delivered impressive performances, both contributing home runs to bolster the Dodgers’ lead. Mookie Betts and Teoscar Hernández added depth to the offense with two hits each. Unfortunately, Hernández exited the game early due to tightness in his left hamstring.
Pitching Highlights
On the mound, Sandy Alcántara struggled once again, giving up five runs and six hits over five innings. This follows a recent performance where he allowed seven runs in just 2 2/3 innings against the same opponent. Ben Casparius, who relieved opener Jack Dreyer, earned the win by allowing only one run across four innings of work.
Scoring Breakdown
The Dodgers quickly took control of the game, starting with an RBI double from Hernández in the first inning. In the third inning, Freeman hit a two-run home run, boosting the lead to 3-0. Notably, Freeman’s 402-foot shot marked his 41st career home run against the Marlins, tying the record for the most homers by a player against Miami with Ryan Howard and Ryan Zimmerman.
Ohtani extended the Dodgers’ advantage further with a two-run homer that registered an impressive exit velocity of 117.9 mph.
Marlins Comeback Attempt
The Marlins did mount a comeback in the eighth inning when rookie Agustin Ramirez hit a three-run homer off Dodgers reliever Yoendrys Gómez, narrowing the gap to 7-4. Tanner Scott stepped in to finish the eighth inning, and Kirby Yates secured his first save of the season.
Notable Moments
In a significant moment of the game, rookie Hyeseong Kim made his major league debut, opening the fifth inning with a single. He later scored on Ohtani’s home run, marking a milestone for both players.
Upcoming Matches
Looking ahead, the Dodgers will have RHP Tony Gonsolin (1-0, 4.50 ERA) starting on Tuesday, while the Marlins will counter with RHP Cal Quantrill (2-3, 8.10 ERA).