Mariners vs. Dodgers Game Highlights: Ohtani Hits 23rd HR in Seattle's 7-6 Win
The Seattle Mariners secured a thrilling 7-6 interleague victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Despite a stellar offensive performance by Shohei Ohtani—who launched his 23rd home run of the season as part of a 3-hit night—the Dodgers were unable to overcome Seattle's power surge and bullpen execution.
đ Key Matchup Highlights: Seattle 7, LA Dodgers 6
- Shohei Ohtani's Standout Night: Went 3-for-4 with a leadoff solo HR (#23), a double, 3 RBIs, 1 run, and 1 walk.
- Mariners Power Display: Two home runs from Dominic Canzone (including the go-ahead 2-run HR in the 8th), plus home runs from Cal Raleigh, Rob Refsnyder, and Julio RodrĂguez led Seattle's 10-hit attack as they scored in five different innings.
- Pitching Decisions: Seattle's José A. Ferrer earned the win in relief and Andrés Muñoz secured his save in the 9th; Brock Stewart took the loss for Los Angeles. The Dodgers fell to 67-40 while maintaining their NL West lead.
Line Score and Game Flow
The Dodgers opened the scoring early in the bottom of the 1st inning when Shohei Ohtani hit a leadoff solo home run off Mariners starter Luis Castillo. Seattle responded in the top of the 2nd with a run to tie the game before breaking ahead with a 3-run 4th inning and adding insurance runs in the 6th and 8th innings.
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Mariners | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 10 | 2 |
| LA Dodgers | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 13 | 0 |
Key Performances and Pitching Breakdown
Despite starting pitcher Luis Castillo allowing 5 runs over 5 innings, Seattle’s bullpen covered the final four innings and protected the lead. Relief pitcher JosĂ© A. Ferrer earned the victory, while closer AndrĂ©s Muñoz navigated a tight 9th inning to secure the save after Los Angeles cut their deficit to 7-6 in the ninth.
On the Dodgers' side, starter Justin Wrobleski gave up 5 earned runs over 6 innings, while Brock Stewart surrendered 1 run in relief to take the loss. Los Angeles racked up 13 hits overall, but Seattle's timely home runs proved to be the difference.
đ️ Post-Game Analysis
Dodgers Perspective: "Shohei Ohtani's elite run production at the plate continues to lead the Dodgers, but bullpen execution and middle-inning runs conceded proved costly in this 1-run loss."
Standings Impact: "Following the loss, Los Angeles fell to 67-40, maintaining their firm position atop the National League West division."
đ️ Official Resources
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