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Ohtani's Walk-Off Homer Powers Dodgers to Historic 8-0 Start

The Dodgers set an MLB record for the best start by a defending champion, rallying from a 5-0 deficit to defeat the Braves 6-5 on Shohei Ohtani's bobblehead night.

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Apr 2, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) is greeted by third base coach Dino Ebel (91) after hitting a walk off solo home run against the Atlanta Braves during the ninth inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Shohei Ohtani hit a game-winning home run in the ninth inning, his third of the season, to secure the Dodgers' 6-5 victory over the Braves.
  • The Dodgers' 8-0 start is the best ever by a defending World Series champion, surpassing the 1933 Yankees' record of seven straight wins.
  • Max Muncy redeemed two early throwing errors with a game-tying two-run double in the eighth inning, switching back to his regular bat for the clutch hit.
  • The Dodgers' bullpen delivered five scoreless innings, with rookie Jack Dreyer earning his first MLB win after pitching two hitless frames.
  • Fans lined up hours before the game for Shohei Ohtani bobbleheads, highlighting his immense popularity as the reigning NL MVP.