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Ohtani’s 300th Homer Overshadowed by Dodgers’ Eighth‑Inning Collapse

Late defensive errors and a shaky bullpen cost Los Angeles a game and underline roster risks that could drive moves before the All‑Star break.

An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Paul Goldschmidt strikes out in the seventh inning of the Yankees' loss to the Rays, Image 2 shows Will Warren reacts after giving up a two-run homer to Hunter Feduccia (rounding the bases) during the fourth inning of the Yankees' 6-4 loss to the Rays on July 7, 2026 in St. Petersburg, Fla, Image 3 shows Ben Rice (right) accepts congratulations from Cody Bellinger after belting a three-run homer in the third inning of the Yankees' loss to the Rays
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Overview

  • Tuesday night at Dodger Stadium Shohei Ohtani hit the 300th homer of his major‑league career but the Dodgers lost 4-3 after two eighth‑inning errors turned a 3-1 lead into a three‑run rally for the Rockies.
  • Justin Wrobleski worked seven strong innings with nine strikeouts but reliever Will Klein and the defense could not complete the inning, with shortstop Miguel Rojas later saying he ‘froze’ on the key play.
  • Evan Phillips made his first big‑league appearance since May 2025, throwing a scoreless ninth with two strikeouts, giving the Dodgers one encouraging bullpen note despite back‑to‑back late‑inning failures.
  • At Citi Field the Royals rallied for a seven‑run seventh to beat the Mets 16-12 as Tyler Tolbert tied the major‑league record with hits in 12 straight plate appearances and Salvador Perez delivered the tiebreaking double.
  • Rookie volatility and bullpen depth are now clear concerns after Tuesday’s games because Matt Seelinger allowed seven runs in his MLB debut and both clubs saw late relief or defensive lapses change the outcomes, which could influence decisions before the trade deadline.