Dodgers Lose Star Player During Shohei Ohtani Win and Sweep vs Rockies
Summary
The Los Angeles Dodgers won a series against the Colorado Rockies but faced injuries to two players, Kiké Hernández and Teoscar Hernández. Teoscar Hernández is expected to be out for several weeks with a hamstring injury.Key Facts
- The Dodgers improved to 36 wins and 20 losses and lead the National League West division.
- Kiké Hernández left a game after slowing down on the bases due to an oblique strain, adding to his previous time missed because of elbow surgery.
- Teoscar Hernández strained his hamstring trying to run to first base and will go on the injured list.
- Dodgers’ pitcher Shohei Ohtani had a strong game, nearly pitching a no-hitter through six innings despite it being his worst pitching start of the season.
- The Dodgers narrowly missed their first no-hitter since 2018, with a single allowed in the eighth inning.
- The Dodgers won the game with solo home runs by Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, and Andy Pages.
- Coach Dave Roberts said Teoscar Hernández will be out for several weeks.
- Players like Alex Call and minor leaguers may get more chances to play while Hernández is injured.
- The Dodgers will next play the Philadelphia Phillies, who have recently improved under former Dodgers manager Don Mattingly.
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