Shohei Ohtani hits leadoff homer, lowers ERA to 0.73 in another 2-way gem for victorious Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani showcased his exceptional two-way talent for the Los Angeles Dodgers, hitting a leadoff homer and pitching effectively in a recent game. He recorded his eighth home run of the season while lowering his ERA to an impressive 0.73. Despite some struggles earlier in the season, Ohtani's performance helped secure a victory over the San Diego Padres.
- ▪Ohtani hit a leadoff homer on the first pitch of the game.
- ▪He pitched five innings, allowing only three hits in the Dodgers' 4-0 win.
- ▪His ERA is now the lowest in the majors among pitchers with at least 25 innings.
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