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The Dodgers Face History, Rotation Questions, and More
Shohei Ohtani on the Verge of History
Los Angeles Dodgers fans witnessed a remarkable performance from Shohei Ohtani on Tuesday night. The Angels' two-way star became the first player in Major League Baseball history to hit 45 home runs and steal 25 bases in a single season. He is now just one home run away from becoming the first player to join the 50-homer, 50-steal club.
Ohtani's historic season is a testament to his incredible athleticism and versatility. He is a legitimate threat at the plate and on the mound, and he has the potential to be one of the most dominant players in baseball history.
Dodgers' Rotation Questions
The Dodgers' starting rotation has been a source of concern all season long. With Clayton Kershaw on the injured list and Walker Buehler struggling to find his form, the team has been forced to rely on a patchwork group of starters.
Tuesday night's game against the Angels was a perfect example of the Dodgers' rotation problems. Tony Gonsolin, who was making his first start since coming off the injured list, allowed four runs in just 3.1 innings. The bullpen was unable to hold the lead, and the Dodgers eventually lost 11-6.
The Dodgers need to find a way to stabilize their rotation if they want to make a deep run in the playoffs. They have a number of talented pitchers, but they need to find a way to get them all performing at a high level.
Other Takeaways from the Dodgers-Angels Game
In addition to Ohtani's historic performance and the Dodgers' rotation struggles, there were a number of other takeaways from Tuesday night's game.
- Mookie Betts continues to be a force at the plate. He went 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBIs against the Angels.
- Freddie Freeman is starting to find his groove. He went 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI.
- The Dodgers' bullpen had a rough outing. They allowed five runs in just 3.2 innings.
The Dodgers will look to bounce back from Tuesday night's loss when they face the Angels again on Wednesday night.