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Freeman’s 100th Dodger Homer Powers Dodgers’ Series Win

PUBLISHED May 9, 2026, 1:38 AM ET

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LOS ANGELES — On Friday night, the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 3-1 at Dodger Stadium as Freddie Freeman hit his 100th home run with the Dodgers and Shohei Ohtani delivered an RBI single; Emmet Sheehan started and allowed one run over 4 2/3 innings. The win, in the opener of a three-game series this week, provided immediate momentum for the Dodgers against a Braves club that arrived with one of baseball’s best records; it included bullpen preservation of the lead, an injury move placing Tyler Glasnow on the injured list, and potential rotation adjustments before Saturday’s scheduled activations.

By Neha R. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

April 1: Freeman recorded a home run for the Dodgers (last home HR at Dodger Stadium before drought).
April 6: Freeman’s most recent long ball before a 114-plate-appearance drought.
Between April 6 and the series opener: Freeman went 114 plate appearances without a home run.
Friday (series opener): Dodgers beat Braves 3-1; Freeman hit his 100th Dodger home run; Ohtani had the go-ahead RBI; Sheehan allowed one run over 4 2/3 innings.
Saturday (near-term): Tyler Glasnow placed on injured list and Blake Snell activation was expected, prompting rotation adjustments.

News Intelligence

Freeman's 100th Dodger home run is a milestone for baseball fans. If you're a Dodgers fan, this win could be a sign of a strong season ahead. For Braves fans, it's a reminder to keep an eye on the competition. Check out the next game to see how the teams adjust.

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Who Benefited

The Los Angeles Dodgers benefited most, gaining a 3-1 win, momentum in a high-profile series, and short-term pitching flexibility following Emmet Sheehan’s start and bullpen preservation of the lead.

Who Impacted

The Atlanta Braves and starter Chris Sale suffered the loss, conceding runs to Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman and relinquishing immediate series momentum despite entering the game with one of baseball’s top records.