Shohei Ohtani's record night fails to prevent Dodgers' loss to Mariners
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 7:02 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Shohei Ohtani had a standout performance for the Los Angeles Dodgers in their game against the Seattle Mariners on July 28, 2026, contributing three hits and three RBIs. Despite his efforts, including a leadoff homer and an intentional walk, the Dodgers ultimately lost, 7-6. This marked Ohtani's historic achievement, being the first MLB player to achieve such stats in a losing effort since 1955. Ohtani has struggled since the All-Star break but showed signs of improvement with this performance. The Dodgers will seek to rebound in the second game of the series on July 29 at 7:10 p.m. PT.
- •Ohtani hit a 432-foot homer in the first inning.
- •He recorded an intentional walk with a runner on second base.
- •The Dodgers attempted a comeback after trailing 7-5.
- •Ohtani's stats make him the first player since 1955 to achieve this in a loss.
- •The Dodgers will play the second game of the series at 7:10 p.m. PT.
- 7:02 PMYahoo Sports — Shohei Ohtani Makes Unfortunate History in Series-Opening Loss
"Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani found himself on the wrong side of history following the Dodgers' loss Tuesday.
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