Sat May 10 23:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Dodgers Beat Diamondbacks in Wild 14-11 Comeback, Fueled by Ohtani’s Clutch Homer

**PHOENIX, AZ** – The Los Angeles Dodgers pulled off an improbable 14-11 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks Friday night in a game that featured a combined 25 runs, 26 hits, and seven home runs. The hero of the night was Shohei Ohtani, who Dodgers manager Dave Roberts compared to Barry Bonds, stating he’s one of the two best players he’s ever seen.

The game was a back-and-forth slugfest. Arizona jumped out to an early lead, but the Dodgers responded with a five-run third inning to take an 8-3 advantage. However, the Diamondbacks rallied, taking the lead with a grand slam by Lourdes Gurriel Jr. and later extending their advantage to 11-8.

With the Dodgers down to their final at-bats and trailing by three, they mounted a stunning comeback in the ninth. Freddie Freeman and Andy Pages led off with hits, setting the stage for Ohtani. Facing reliever Ryan Thompson with runners on first and second, Ohtani blasted a three-run home run to give the Dodgers a 14-11 lead, securing the dramatic victory.

“It was a really great game,” Ohtani said through an interpreter. “It’s not the kind of game we play a lot, but for us to score a lot, for them to come back, for us to come back again — it was very emotional.”

Ohtani’s performance wasn’t limited to his game-winning homer. He also contributed a 423-foot double earlier in the game. His clutch hitting, particularly in high-pressure situations, continues to impress his manager and teammates.

“Whenever you see Sho put in these spots, you expect the incredible,” said Dodgers teammate Max Muncy. “He rarely disappoints.” The win marks another highlight in Ohtani’s already legendary career.

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