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Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani went viral for his shocked reaction after striking out four times in a rare off-night at the plate.
Former Reds closer Alexis Diaz only needed eight pitches to retire all four batters he faced to earn his first win as a Dodger.
Will Smith had an RBI double in the ninth inning as the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied for a 5-4 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday night. Shohei Ohtani struck out four times in a major league game for the sixth time,
Hyeseong Kim goes on the injured list with bursitis in his left shoulder and Tommy Edman is playing with a recurring ankle issue, creating an opportunity for Freeland.
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Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani had another first in his MLB career when he struck out in his first four plate appearances Tuesday night.
Alex Freeland flies under the radar more than most prospects on MLB Pipeline's Top 100 list, even though he's ranked No. 35. He doesn't have a single spectacular tool, but he has all-around ability and leaves no doubt that he's capable of playing shortstop in the Majors.
It was not a night that will change the team’s course before Thursday’s trade deadline. The Dodgers are still seeking at least one right-handed reliever via trade, and have been connected to just about every high-leverage reliever available. Another emerged Tuesday, according to league sources: Tampa Bay Rays closer Pete Fairbanks.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are hopeful closer Tanner Scott will return sooner than expected from an elbow injury, per manager Dave Roberts.