Shohei Ohtani's home run helps Dodgers secure series win over Rays

The Los Angeles Dodgers topped the Tampa Bay Rays in a tight contest at Dodger Stadium on June 16, 2026. The Dodgers clinched the series with a 1-0 victory, thanks to a 427-foot home run from Shohei Ohtani in the sixth inning. Starting pitcher Justin Wrobleski delivered six scoreless innings, allowing just three hits and striking out five. Ohtani's homer was the game's only run, as the Dodgers' bullpen held the Rays scoreless in the final frames. The Dodgers improved to 47-27 with the win and look to continue their momentum in the series finale on June 17.

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