Ohtani steals 49th base in Dodgers" win over Marlins
- Shohei Ohtani stole his 49th base during the game, moving closer to a historic milestone.
- The Dodgers scored eight runs, highlighted by a five-run fourth inning and strong pitching from Landon Knack.
- The victory positions the Dodgers favorably as they prepare for the series finale against the Marlins.
On Wednesday night in Miami, Shohei Ohtani made headlines by stealing his 49th base, inching closer to a historic milestone of 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season. The Los Angeles Dodgers secured an 8-4 victory over the Miami Marlins, with Ohtani contributing significantly despite having a challenging game at the plate after his initial single. Dodgers' starter Landon Knack delivered an impressive performance, allowing no runs over five innings while striking out seven batters. The Dodgers took an early lead with a solo home run from Smith in the second inning, followed by a dominant five-run fourth inning against Marlins' pitcher Ryan Weathers. Edman and Hernández each hit home runs, with Edman contributing a two-run shot and Hernández adding a three-run blast. Chris Taylor later extended the lead with a two-run single in the eighth inning, showcasing the Dodgers' offensive strength. Weathers, who had just returned from injury, struggled during his outing, giving up six runs and eight hits, which ultimately led to his exit after five innings. The Dodgers made roster moves prior to the game, activating Joe Kelly from the injured list and promoting Logue from Triple-A, while optioning Bobby Miller and Michael Grove back to Oklahoma City. In the aftermath of the game, the Dodgers look forward to their series finale against the Marlins, with Jack Flaherty set to start for Los Angeles. Meanwhile, the Marlins continue to manage their roster, with pitcher Max Meyer undergoing rehabilitation for a shoulder issue, indicating ongoing challenges for the team.