Shohei Ohtani (2-0), the right-handed pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, showcased his skills in an 8-2 victory over the New York Mets. Ohtani's impressive performance included six innings pitched, during which he allowed only one run on two hits and a walk while striking out 10 batters. This game marked the end of his 32.2 innings scoreless streak, but he still managed to lower his earned run average (ERA) to 0.50. Ohtani noted that he was surprised by manager Dave Roberts' decision to have him focus solely on pitching, which he felt allowed him to concentrate better. He acknowledged the physical differences of pitching without hitting, stating that the time between innings felt longer but ultimately helped him prepare mentally for the game. Ohtani's ability to adapt and perform under pressure was evident, particularly after giving up a run, as he ramped up his fastball speed to secure the win for his team.