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Ohtani Shines With Two Homers as Dodgers Set Franchise Record in 19-2 Win

The Dodgers' explosive offense and rookie debut highlight a dominant victory, extending their unbeaten series streak to six.

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Hyeseong Kim #6 of the Los Angeles Dodgers singles against the Los Angeles Angels in the fifth inning during a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday, May 16, 2025. (Photo by Keith Birmingham, Orange County Register/ SCNG)
Athletics pitcher Jason Alexander (49) watches a two-run home run hit by Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani (17) during the fourth inning of a baseball game Thursday, May 15, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
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Overview

  • Shohei Ohtani hit two home runs and drove in six runs on his bobblehead night, tying for the MLB home run lead with 15.
  • The Dodgers' 19-2 win over the Athletics set a franchise record for the largest margin of victory against an American League opponent.
  • A’s backup catcher Jhonny Pereda pitched in relief, striking out Ohtani with an 89-mph fastball and keeping the ball as a souvenir.
  • Dodgers prospect Dalton Rushing made his MLB debut, recording his first hit and scoring three runs in the rout.
  • Los Angeles improved to a league-best 17-4 home record and extended their streak to six unbeaten series, solidifying their championship aspirations.