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Dodgers Sweep Rockies with 8-7 Victory Highlighted by Ohtani's 448-Foot Homer

A seven-run first inning and a resilient bullpen secured Los Angeles' sweep as Colorado's road struggles continued.

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani watches the flight of his solo home run during the first inning of their game against the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday night, April 16, 2025, at Dodger Stadium. The Dodgers scored seven runs in the first inning, then held on for an 8-7 win. (Photo by Keith Birmingham, Orange County Register/SCNG)
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 16: Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Dodgers celebrates after hitting a home run during the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium on April 16, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Shohei Ohtani launched a 448-foot leadoff home run and added an RBI single during the Dodgers' seven-run first inning.
  • Freddie Freeman also homered in the first inning, while Andy Pages and Austin Barnes contributed key RBIs to bolster the Dodgers' offense.
  • Rookie pitcher Bobby Miller struggled in his season debut, allowing six runs and eight hits over three innings despite striking out seven batters.
  • Michael Toglia's grand slam and Mickey Moniak's solo homer fueled a third-inning rally for the Rockies, who fell short of a comeback.
  • The Dodgers' bullpen, led by Tanner Scott's three-strikeout save, allowed just three hits over six innings to secure the narrow win.