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

Ohtani's ninth-inning blast on his bobblehead night secures a comeback win, setting a new MLB record for defending champions.

Apr 2, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) is greeted at home 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
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Overview

  • The Los Angeles Dodgers improved to 8-0, marking the best season-opening record ever for a reigning World Series champion.
  • Shohei Ohtani hit his first walk-off home run in a Dodgers uniform, a 399-foot blast, on his bobblehead giveaway night at Dodger Stadium.
  • Max Muncy tied the game in the eighth inning with a two-run double after committing two earlier throwing errors that led to five unearned Braves runs.
  • The Dodgers' bullpen delivered five scoreless innings, keeping the team in the game after a rough start by Blake Snell.
  • The Atlanta Braves fell to 0-7, their worst start since 2016, after blowing an early 5-0 lead in the game.