September 21st 2024.
In a thrilling game on Friday night, the Los Angeles Dodgers came out on top with a 6-4 win over the Colorado Rockies. This victory brought the NL West-leading Dodgers even closer to clinching their division, as their magic number is now down to just four.
But the real standout of the game was Shohei Ohtani, who made history by hitting a home run and stealing a base for the 14th time this season. This breaks the previous record of 13 games set by Rickey Henderson in 1986. Ohtani's 52nd homer and 52nd stolen base solidified his place as a major league star.
The Dodgers had a strong showing as well, with Teoscar Hernández hitting a go-ahead homer in the sixth inning. They added two more runs in the seventh, thanks to a sacrifice fly from Mookie Betts and a throwing error by Rockies center fielder Sam Hilliard.
Ohtani continued to impress in the fifth inning with another go-ahead homer, making the crowd of 49,073 go wild. This was especially exciting for the home fans, who had to watch from afar the previous night when Ohtani became the first player in MLB history to reach 50 homers and 50 stolen bases in a single season.
Despite the Rockies' efforts, with home runs from Charlie Blackmon and Hilliard, it was the Dodgers who ultimately came out on top. Pitcher Alex Vesia earned the victory with one inning of relief, while Michael Kopech closed out the game with his 14th save of the season.
Rockies pitcher Kyle Freeland took the loss, giving up four runs and seven hits in six innings. He struck out two and walked none. The Dodgers started the game with a bullpen approach, with Ryan Brasier pitching the first inning before handing it off to other relievers.
In terms of injuries, the Rockies have placed RHP Tyler Kinley on the 15-day IL due to right elbow inflammation. On the Dodgers side, Clayton Kershaw threw a 30-pitch bullpen session and hopes to face hitters next week, while Anthony Banda is set to throw a bullpen this weekend.
Looking ahead, the Rockies will have RHP Cal Quantrill on the mound for his second start since coming off the IL. He has a tough record of 1-5 against the Dodgers in his career. Meanwhile, the Dodgers will have RHP Walker Buehler, who is seeking just his second win of the season. He previously struggled against the Rockies on June 18, giving up seven hits, seven runs, and two homers.
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