The Los Angeles Dodgers snapped a frustrating four-game losing streak with a thrilling 4-3 extra-inning victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on May 21, 2025, at Dodger Stadium. The game concluded in dramatic fashion when Max Muncy delivered a walk-off sacrifice fly in the bottom of the 10th inning, allowing Shohei Ohtani to score the winning run and rejuvenating a team that had been searching for momentum.
The standout performance of the evening came from Dodgers starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who delivered a dominant seven-inning outing. The Japanese right-hander allowed only one hit while striking out nine, demonstrating elite command and poise on the mound. With this outing, Yamamoto lowered his season ERA to an impressive 1.86 and continues to establish himself as a key force in the Dodgers’ rotation during his debut Major League Baseball season.
Offensively, the Dodgers began to show signs of life in the fourth inning with RBI doubles from Freddie Freeman and Will Smith, giving the home team a 2-0 lead. However, the Diamondbacks mounted a late rally, tying the game in the ninth with a solo home run by Gabriel Moreno off Dodgers reliever Tanner Scott. Arizona then took a 3-2 lead in the 10th inning when Corbin Carroll crushed a two-run homer—his team-leading 15th of the season—appearing to seal the Dodgers’ fate.
But the Dodgers responded with resilience in the bottom of the 10th. Tommy Edman kick-started the comeback with an RBI double. With the bases loaded, Will Smith was hit by a pitch, bringing in the tying run. That set the stage for Max Muncy, whose high fly ball to center field allowed Ohtani to tag up from third and score the decisive run, sending the crowd at Chavez Ravine into a frenzy.
Reliever Anthony Banda was credited with the win after holding Arizona scoreless in the top of the 10th. Shelby Miller took the loss for the Diamondbacks, allowing three runs in a rocky final inning. The Dodgers’ bullpen, despite giving up the lead momentarily, managed to keep the damage to a minimum and provided a chance for the offense to capitalize.
This win was especially crucial for the Dodgers, who are in the midst of a competitive National League West division race. Coming into the game, the team had been dealing with offensive inconsistencies and bullpen volatility, both of which had contributed to their recent skid. Muncy’s clutch performance, combined with Yamamoto’s brilliance on the mound, could signal a turning point for the team as they look to reestablish their dominance.
Manager Dave Roberts praised the team’s effort and resilience after the game, noting the importance of finding ways to win tight contests. “It’s about staying together and trusting our process,” he said. “Yoshi was incredible, and the guys battled till the end. That’s the type of grit we need moving forward.”
The Dodgers will look to build on this victory as they continue their homestand. With a roster stacked with talent—from Ohtani and Freeman to Betts and Yamamoto—the club remains one of the league’s most formidable contenders. However, staying healthy and consistent will be critical as the team navigates a grueling season and eyes another postseason run.