Shohei Ohtani's 5-RBI night powered the Dodgers to a 7-5 win over the Rockies on June 24, 2025. See how Ohtani's homer and triple dominated Coors Field.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Just another night at the office for Shohei Ohtani, or in this case, another night of absolute dominance at the notoriously hitter-friendly Coors Field. Ohtani was a one-man wrecking crew on Tuesday, driving in five runs to lead the Dodgers to a 7-5 victory over the Colorado Rockies in a thrilling series opener.
Shohei Ohtani went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and a three-RBI triple, accounting for five of the Dodgers' seven runs.
After a stellar series against the Nationals, Shohei Ohtani brought his hot bat to the Mile High City and put on a clinic. His two-run blast gave the Dodgers an early cushion, but it was his bases-clearing, three-RBI triple that truly broke the game open. Ohtani's ability to change the game with a single swing is nothing new, but his consistent production is what's keeping this Dodgers offense one of the most feared in baseball. He continues to lead the team in nearly every major offensive category, making a strong case for MVP honors as the season nears its midpoint.
While the offense was firing on all cylinders, the Dodgers' pitching staff once again had to piece things together. Jack Dreyer got the call as the opener, a clear sign of the strain on the rotation. With Roki Sasaki recently moved to the 60-day IL and key arms like Gavin Stone, Brusdar Graterol, and Kyle Hurt all sidelined with long-term injuries, the front office is working overtime. The recent acquisition of LHP Zach Penrod from Boston and the recall of RHP Will Klein are the latest moves in a constant shuffle to keep the bullpen fresh and the starting spots filled. Securing a win under these circumstances is a testament to the team's depth and resilience.
Winning at Coors Field is never a given, but the Dodgers have made it look routine against the Rockies. Tuesday's victory marked their eighth consecutive win against their division rivals, a streak of dominance that underscores the gap between the two clubs. The win pushed the Dodgers' record to 49-31, solidifying their hold on first place in the NL West. Every divisional win counts, and banking them now, especially on the road, will be crucial down the stretch.
One game down, two to go in Colorado. With Ohtani swinging a red-hot bat, the Dodgers have the offensive firepower to overcome their pitching woes on any given night. The challenge will be maintaining that consistency throughout the rest of the series and the upcoming homestand. As the team continues to navigate a M*A*S*H unit's worth of injuries, nights like these are a powerful reminder that the Dodgers have the star power and grit to keep their championship aspirations firmly in sight.
