Shohei Ohtani's 10th-inning double lifts the Dodgers over the Rockies 6-5 on June 25. Recap Mookie Betts' HR and Yamamoto's strong start in this thriller.
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In a game that had everything a baseball fan could ask for, the Los Angeles Dodgers clawed their way to a dramatic 6-5 victory over the Colorado Rockies in 10 innings. After a late-game rally by the home team, it was none other than Shohei Ohtani who delivered the decisive blow, lacing a go-ahead RBI double in the top of the 10th to cap a wild night at Coors Field and push the Dodgers' record to an impressive 49-31.
Shohei Ohtani has now reached base safely in 27 consecutive games, the longest active streak in MLB.
The battle in the mountains was a true back-and-forth affair. Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivered a strong start, striking out eight over 6.2 innings while allowing three runs. Mookie Betts provided early fireworks with a 3-for-5 day, including a crucial home run. But the Rockies, as they so often do at home, battled back late. The Dodgers found themselves needing a spark in the 9th, and got it from a clutch pinch-hit single by James Outman to tie the game and force extras. After Ohtani's 10th-inning double, Evan Phillips shut the door for his 18th save, securing a hard-earned team win built on timely hitting and resilient pitching.
While his 10th-inning double was the game-winner, Shohei Ohtani's entire day was a spectacle. He crushed his 25th home run of the season in the 7th inning, a majestic shot that had social media buzzing. The homer was part of a 2-for-4 night that also extended his on-base streak to an MLB-leading 27 games. Ohtani isn't just a player; he's a phenomenon, consistently delivering in the biggest moments and rewriting the record books with every swing.
The victory was bittersweet, as the team lost a key piece of its lineup before the first pitch. Third baseman Max Muncy was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain suffered during warmups. 'We’re hopeful it’s a minor strain, but we’ll know more after further imaging,' Manager Dave Roberts stated. In a corresponding move, the Dodgers recalled Michael Busch from Triple-A Oklahoma City. Busch was immediately inserted into the game as a defensive replacement, a testament to the team's 'next man up' mentality.
While Busch's arrival highlights the team's major league-ready depth, the organization's future got even brighter. The Dodgers announced the promotion of top outfield prospect Josue De Paula to Double-A Tulsa. De Paula earned the promotion after dominating High-A with a .322 average and 12 homers. 'Josue has earned this opportunity with his consistent approach and power,' said farm director Will Rhymes. From the big-league club's upcoming July 4th fireworks night to the talent rising through the minors, the Dodger organization continues to build for today and tomorrow.
It was a day of highs and lows, but the Dodgers proved their mettle once again. A thrilling victory fueled by their superstar, a tough injury to a key veteran, and a glimpse of a promising future all unfolded in the thin mountain air. As they look to secure the series win against the Rockies, the Dodgers have shown that even when faced with adversity, their depth and fighting spirit make them one of the most formidable teams in baseball.
