Thu Apr 17 05:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Dodgers Defeat Struggling Rockies 5-3 Behind Betts and Ohtani Home Runs
**Los Angeles, CA** – The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Colorado Rockies 5-3 on Monday night, extending the Rockies’ losing streak to four games. Mookie Betts and Shohei Ohtani each hit home runs, powering the Dodgers’ offense. Dustin May earned his first win since May 6, 2023, pitching six strong innings, allowing only one run.
Betts’ two-run homer in the first inning gave the Dodgers an early lead, while Ohtani’s fifth home run of the season extended their advantage in the fifth. Will Smith added an RBI single and a sacrifice fly, contributing to the Dodgers’ offensive outburst. The Rockies managed to close the gap in the seventh inning with a two-run homer by Hunter Goodman, but it proved too little, too late.
The Dodgers’ top four hitters – Ohtani, Betts, Freddie Freeman, and Smith – combined for a stellar performance at the plate, going 9 for 17 with five RBIs. Meanwhile, Rockies starter Antonio Senzatela struggled, giving up four runs and nine hits in just 4 1/3 innings.
While the Rockies managed to score for the first time since last Thursday, their offensive struggles continue to plague them. They have now lost nine of their last ten road games and sit at the bottom of the MLB standings. The Dodgers, however, showed their resilience, escaping late-inning threats to secure the victory. The series continues Tuesday with Ryan Feltner pitching for Colorado and Landon Knack for Los Angeles.
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