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Ohtani's 10-K Night Powers Dodgers' 8-2 Win

PUBLISHED Apr 16, 2026, 1:27 AM ET

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Los Angeles. Shohei Ohtani pitched six innings and struck out 10, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the New York Mets 8-2 on Wednesday night, April 16, 2026; Dalton Rushing hit a first career grand slam as a designated hitter and Kyle Tucker added a solo home run in the eighth inning. The win extended the Mets' losing streak to seven games and halted Ohtani's 33-inning scoreless streak with an earned run in the fifth; Manager Dave Roberts said Ohtani did not bat because he remained sore after being hit by a pitch earlier in the week, and the teams continue their regular-season schedules this week.

By Emily Rhodes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

May 28, 2021 — Last documented start in which Ohtani did not bat.
Aug. 27 (previous season) — Last earned run allowed before a 33-inning scoreless stretch.
Monday, April 14, 2026 — Ohtani was hit in the back by a pitch, per team comments.
Wednesday, April 16, 2026 — Dodgers defeated Mets 8-2; Ohtani struck out 10 in six innings.
April 17–18, 2026 — Teams proceed with scheduled regular-season games and rotation plans.

News Intelligence

Ohtani's performance is a reminder of the unpredictability and excitement in sports. If you're a Dodgers fan, it's a thrilling win. For Mets fans, it's a tough loss but a chance to regroup. If you're a baseball lover, Ohtani's 10-K night is worth a replay.

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Who Benefited

The Los Angeles Dodgers benefited: Ohtani’s pitching, Rushing’s grand slam and Tucker’s homer produced decisive run support and reinforced the Dodgers’ rotation depth and offensive balance in the 8-2 win.

Who Impacted

The New York Mets suffered: the club dropped its seventh consecutive game, seeing its bullpen and offense fail to contain Ohtani and late Dodger scoring, compounding pressure on team morale and standings.

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