Ohtani shines in Dodgers' victory, Betts hits 300th home run
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 3:06 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Shohei Ohtani delivered a strong performance as the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Minnesota Twins 4-3 at Target Field on June 24. After a rocky second inning that saw the Twins take a 3-1 lead, Ohtani settled to pitch six innings, allowing only five hits and striking out eight. Mookie Betts hit his 300th career home run and went 3-for-4, contributing significantly to the win. The Dodgers secured a three-game sweep against the Twins and improved their record to 52-29. The victory showcases their dominance in the National League as they head into the midseason.
- •Dodgers complete a three-game sweep of the Twins.
- •Ohtani strikes out eight in six innings, ERA at 1.58.
- •Mookie Betts hits his 300th career home run.
- •Dodgers improve to 52-29 overall, 26-15 on the road.
- •Betts finishes a triple shy of the cycle.
- 3:06 AMYahoo Sports — Betts homers for No. 300, Ohtani dominates after early trouble
"MINNEAPOLIS — For a brief moment Wednesday night at Target Field, Shohei Ohtani looked vulnerable.
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