Ohtani Hits 100th Dodger HR in 9-7 Loss to Pirates

Shohei Ohtani hit his 100th home run with the Los Angeles Dodgers, becoming the fastest player in franchise history to reach this milestone in just 294 games, surpassing Gary Sheffield's 399 games. Despite Ohtani's historic achievement and a strong offensive showing, the Dodgers lost 9-7 to the Pittsburgh Pirates, who scored five runs against the Dodgers' bullpen late in the game. Clayton Kershaw struggled early, allowing four runs in the first inning, but settled down to pitch five innings overall. The Pirates capitalized on bullpen difficulties, with rookie Bubba Chandler delivering a strong relief performance and Edgardo Henriquez, who had been unscored upon all season, faltering in the sixth inning. Ohtani's impressive 46th homer of the season was a 120 mph blast, the hardest-hit ball of his career, yet it was not enough to secure a Dodgers victory. The loss narrowed the Dodgers' National League West lead to two games as they continue their road trip.