Mets Defeat Dodgers 4-3 in 10 Innings Despite Ohtani's 23rd Homer

The New York Mets secured a dramatic 4-3 victory in 10 innings over the Los Angeles Dodgers, overcoming Shohei Ohtani's league-leading 23rd home run and a game-tying sacrifice fly. Francisco Alvarez broke a month-long RBI drought with a crucial double in the 10th inning, while Francisco Lindor continued his streak of influence with a leadoff homer and an RBI single; the Mets have now won 27 consecutive games when Lindor homers, the second-longest such streak in MLB history. Mets closer Edwin Díaz suffered his first blown save of the season, but José Buttó secured the win by recording his first save. Ohtani, who tied for the MLB home run lead with his 23rd, also delivered two RBIs but could not prevent the Dodgers' loss. The victory marked the Mets' eighth win in nine games, highlighting their momentum in the National League. In other recent action, Ohtani hit two home runs in a separate game, raising his major-league-leading total and continuing his impressive performance despite the Dodgers' mixed results.