Dodgers Face Left-Handed Hitting Struggles Amid Ohtani’s Anticipation
LOS ANGELES — As the Dodgers gear up for a pivotal matchup against the Pittsburgh Pirates, left-handed hitting remains a concern. Anticipation around Shohei Ohtani’s at-bats is palpable, but his recent performance—a slump at 1-for-16—reflects broader inconsistencies among the team’s left-side hitters.
Max Muncy has yet to hit a home run this season, managing just a .510 OPS, significantly below his career average. Similarly, Michael Conforto’s performance has dipped to a .650 OPS, with no extra-base hits since early April. Conforto voiced confidence in overcoming his timing issues, while Manager Dave Roberts expressed faith in Muncy, citing his history of bouncing back from slow starts.
In pitching news, Tony Gonsolin is slated to make his first start since August 2023 after recovering from Tommy John surgery. The Dodgers hope to stabilize their rotation following Blake Snell’s injury and the ineffective performances from recent starters.
New addition Yoendrys Gomez joins the active roster, adding depth as the team prepares for upcoming challenges. The Dodgers are focused on revitalizing their offense and delivering consistent performances as the season progresses.
Next Game: Pirates vs. Dodgers, Sunday at 1:10 p.m. PT.
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