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Dave Roberts confirms Ohtani will DH after Pirates loss

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Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Dave Roberts confirms Ohtani will DH after Pirates loss

Summary

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed that Shohei Ohtani will remain in the lineup as the designated hitter for Thursday’s game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, following a tough 9-8 loss. Ohtani had a strong outing, pitching 6 2/3 innings with four earned runs allowed, and hitting a two-run homer in the ninth inning. Despite the defeat, he continues to be a key player for the Dodgers. Ohtani has established himself as one of the leading candidates for the National League Cy Young Award this season, boasting a low ERA before the game. The Dodgers look to regroup in their series finale against the Pirates.

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By the Numbers

•Dodgers lost to the Pirates 9-8 despite leading for most of the game.
•Ohtani pitched 6 2/3 innings, allowing four runs, and hit a ninth-inning homer.
•Roberts confirmed Ohtani will DH in the next game immediately after the loss.
•The Dodgers have a strong record of 36-3 when leading after seven innings.
•Ohtani is a frontrunner in the NL Cy Young race with a 0.74 ERA.

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