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Cubs complete sweep of Dodgers despite Ohtani's two homers in loss

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Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Cubs complete sweep of Dodgers despite Ohtani's two homers in loss
Summary

The Chicago Cubs defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-6 on August 5 at Wrigley Field, completing a three-game sweep. Shohei Ohtani hit two home runs and recorded three RBIs, helping the Dodgers rally from a six-run deficit in the eighth inning. The Dodgers' loss marked their sixth straight defeat and eighth in their last ten games. After the game, manager Dave Roberts expressed optimism over the team's fight in the late innings, despite the disappointing outcome. The Dodgers now return home to face the Arizona Diamondbacks after an off day.

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  • •Cubs sweep Dodgers in three-game series
  • •Ohtani hits two home runs, extends hitting streak to nine games
  • •Dodgers fall to sixth straight loss, eighth in ten games
  • •Freddie Freeman injury scare turns out negative after X-rays
  • •Dodgers prepare for a crucial series against Diamondbacks after off day
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  • 2:01 AMYahoo Sports — Cubs complete sweep of slumping Dodgers as Ohtani's two homers go to waste in 7-6 loss
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CHICAGO — The Dodgers showed signs of life Wednesday afternoon at Wrigley Field.

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