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Shohei Ohtani strikes out four times in Dodgers loss to Cardinals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 11:15 AM

Last updated Sep 3, 2026

Shohei Ohtani strikes out four times in Dodgers loss to Cardinals

Summary

Shohei Ohtani recorded four strikeouts in the Los Angeles Dodgers' 8-6 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday. The loss marks the second consecutive defeat for Los Angeles in the three-game series, with the team allowing 21 total runs over the two games. Ohtani is currently in a 12-game stretch without a home run or an RBI, batting 6-for-46 during that period. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts stated that the two-way player remains in good physical condition, noting that there are no current reports of issues regarding his arm or knee. The Dodgers will attempt to avoid a three-game sweep in the series finale on Thursday before opening a series against the Washington Nationals on Friday.

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By the Numbers

•Shohei Ohtani struck out four times in Wednesday's 8-6 loss.
•The Dodgers have allowed 21 runs across the first two games against St. Louis.
•Ohtani has not recorded a home run or RBI in his last 12 games.
•Dave Roberts confirmed Ohtani feels healthy despite the ongoing pitching absence.
•Los Angeles concludes the series against the Cardinals on Thursday.

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11:15 AMYahoo Sports — “Shohei Ohtani Is Absolutely Cooked” – MLB Fans Sound The Alarm After Dodgers Superstar Gets Struck Out 4 Times In Loss To Cardinals

What they're saying

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Fans expressed concern over LA Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani after he struck out four times in the team’s 8-6 loss to the Cardinals at home on Wednesday. The Japanese two-way phenom has gone 12 games without a home run or an RBI.
— Yahoo Sports

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