In a thrilling game on May 9, 2025, the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 14-11, highlighted by Shohei Ohtani’s go-ahead three-run homer, which he celebrated with visible joy, a departure from his usual humility. Ohtani’s pivotal hit came in the ninth inning, contributing to a chaotic game where both teams exchanged leads, with the Dodgers ultimately rallying to secure the win and maintain their first-place position in the NL West. Ohtani’s performance included his 12th homer of the season, raising his batting average to .304, while the D-Backs fell to 20-19, trailing the Dodgers by six games.
