Shohei Ohtani's performance included a leadoff double and strong pitching against former Angels teammates. He successfully pitched 4.1 innings, marking the longest start of his career with the Dodgers. The game featured a significant matchup against Mike Trout, which was the first in an MLB game. Although one home run was allowed, Ohtani demonstrated resilience by retiring batters effectively, concluding the third inning with strikeouts. The game reflected Ohtani's adjustment to his new role as a Dodgers pitcher after a record-setting contract deal.
Shohei Ohtani completed 4.1 innings in his longest start as a Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher, achieving the feat against some of his former Los Angeles Angels teammates.
Ohtani's start in the finale of the Freeway Series marked his first time pitching against the Angels since signing a record-setting contract with the Dodgers before the 2024 season.
Prior to throwing a pitch, Ohtani hit a leadoff double in the first inning and immediately scored on Mookie Betts' single.
Ohtani settled back in to retire the side in the third inning, which he bookended with strikeouts.
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