Shohei Ohtani set a new career-high with his 47th home run during the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 10-8 victory over the Chicago Cubs. Ohtani’s leadoff homer in the first inning came off a breaking ball from Cubs pitcher Jordan Wicks. This marked Ohtani’s twelfth career leadoff home run, showcasing his exceptional season.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts praised Ohtani’s contributions, highlighting his significant number of plate appearances and noting the unprecedented nature of his performance this season. In that first inning alone, the Dodgers demonstrated their power, launching four home runs, which has now occurred just seven times in franchise history.
Tommy Edman joined the home run barrage with a two-run shot, giving the Dodgers a brief 3-2 lead. Will Smith and Max Muncy followed suit, completing a stunning sequence of three consecutive home runs. Edman later added a second homer in the eighth inning, contributing to his impressive output, which included two homers in just over 24 hours.
After the game, Edman reflected on his recent success at the plate, attributing it to consistent practice and focus on his swing mechanics. The Dodgers are gearing up for the postseason, and their offensive surge against the Cubs has them feeling energized and optimistic about their upcoming challenges.