Dodgers miss Shohei Ohtnai’s bat, can’t get him off the hook for loss to Marlins
The Dodgers faced a tough loss against the Miami Marlins, falling 2-1 without Shohei Ohtani in the batting lineup. Ohtani pitched well but was left out of the batting order as part of a workload management strategy. The team's performance at the plate was disappointing, failing to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
- ▪The Dodgers lost 2-1 to the Miami Marlins.
- ▪Shohei Ohtani pitched six innings, allowing two runs and striking out nine.
- ▪The Dodgers struggled offensively, failing to score in key situations.
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