Shohei Ohtani's struggles contribute to Dodgers' series loss to Diamondbacks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 9:20 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
The Dodgers faced the Diamondbacks in Arizona over the weekend, losing their third consecutive series. Shohei Ohtani struggled at the plate, going 1-for-11 in the series, including an 0-for-4 performance in the finale. The Dodgers' offense is suffering, with star players not performing at expected levels. LA, now 2-8 in their last 10 games, will start a seven-game homestand against the Royals and Brewers on Monday, looking to improve their performance and maintain their lead in the NL West.
- •Dodgers lose to Diamondbacks, marking their third straight series defeat.
- •Shohei Ohtani goes 1-for-11 in the series, raising concerns.
- •LA's bullpen struggles contribute to their current slump.
- •Dodgers are 70-48 and lead the NL West.
- •Upcoming homestand against the Royals and Brewers crucial for the team's recovery.
- 9:20 AMYahoo Sports — “Teams Not Afraid Of Shohei Ohtani Anymore” – Fans Sound The Alarm After Dodgers Star Goes 1-11 In Diamondbacks Series Loss
"The Dodgers recently lost their third consecutive series, but a more concerning statistic involves their two-way star, Shohei Ohtani, who went 1-for-11 against the Diamondbacks in Arizona over the weekend. While Los Angeles can accept that Ohtani is not performing at his Angels levels on the mound, they cannot remain competitive without his offensive contributions.
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