In a thrilling showdown on Friday night, Shohei Ohtani delivered the decisive blow in a high-scoring clash between the Dodgers and the Diamondbacks. Ohtani’s performance was nothing short of remarkable, as he recorded multiple extra-base hits, including a double to kick off the game and another double that brought a run home in the third inning. This showcased his continuing prowess at the plate, marking just his second game this season with three extra-base hits.
Remarkably, Ohtani has been on a batting tear, registering at least one extra-base hit in his last seven games—tying his career-long streak from previous seasons. During this impressive stretch, he has hit .414, racked up five home runs, and contributed 10 RBIs, underpinning his significant impact on the field.
Freddie Freeman of the Dodgers also shone brightly, extending his hitting streak to 14 games, during which he has amassed impressive stats, including 25 hits in 53 at-bats and leading active players in career extra-base hits with 899. Freeman is on the cusp of joining an elite group, as he approaches his 900th extra-base hit.
As the series continues, fans can anticipate more thrilling moments from these power hitters as they each chase personal and historical milestones. With both Ohtani and Freeman firing on all cylinders, the upcoming games promise to be packed with excitement and showcase the extraordinary talent present in this season’s MLB.