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Dodgers end seven-game skid behind Ohtani and Yamamoto's performances

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 12:06 PM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Dodgers end seven-game skid behind Ohtani and Yamamoto's performances

Summary

The Dodgers secured a 2-1 victory over the Diamondbacks on August 8, ending a seven-game losing streak. Shohei Ohtani delivered the winning run in the 10th inning with an infield single. Yoshinobu Yamamoto recorded 5 2/3 shutout innings in a no-decision, showcasing a strong 2.65 ERA this season. Roki Sasaki also demonstrated improvement with two runs allowed over six innings, striking out five. The team aims to build on this momentum as they continue their regular season campaign.

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Status Watch

•Dodgers snap a seven-game losing streak with a 2-1 win.
•Ohtani's clutch infield single scores Kyle Tucker in the 10th.
•Yamamoto throws 5 2/3 scoreless innings, tied for fourth in ERA.
•Sasaki allows two runs and strikes out five in six innings.
•Dodgers look to maintain momentum as the regular season progresses.

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12:06 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers notes: Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Roki Sasaki

What they're saying

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The Dodgers are back in the win column for the first time since July 30, as they took an extra-inning thriller against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday to end a seven-game skid. Shohei Ohtani provided the deciding run, grounding an infield single to bring home Kyle Tucker to give the Dodgers a 2-1 lead with […]
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