Los Angeles, June 22, 2025 – In a resounding display of two-way excellence and clutch hitting, the Los Angeles Dodgers stormed to a 13–7 comeback win over the Washington Nationals to clinch their three-game series sweep. Fueled by Max Muncy’s seven RBIs and Shohei Ohtani’s run production and pitching, L.A. firmly seized control of the National League West standings.
Muncy’s Power Surge Fuels Rally
Down 3–0 as the game reached the sixth inning, Max Muncy electrified Dodger Stadium with a grand slam off reliever José Ferrer, snapping the Nationals’ early lead and stunning the crowd.
Not stopping there, Muncy unleashed a three-run homer in the seventh, pushing his RBI total to seven – tying his career high and serving as the offensive centerpiece of L.A.’s surge . With 11th and 12th home runs of the season, Muncy notched victories not just in this game, but likely in NL West power ranking battles as well.
Ohtani Continues Two-Way Dominance
Shohei Ohtani, making just his second pitching appearance since returning from elbow surgery, delivered a scoreless first inning with two strikeouts, prompting optimism around his steady mound return.
At the plate, Ohtani was equally impactful:
- Three-run triple in the seventh, extending the Dodgers’ lead as Muncy prepared for his next swing.
- Two-run homer in the eighth, marking his 26th home run of the season.
In total, Ohtani notched five RBIs and highlighted a full-circle return that few expected: pitching and hitting in the same game — the true embodiment of his two-way superhuman skillset.
Nats’ Promising Start Derails After Stellar Start by Soroka
The Nationals flashed early potential thanks to Nathaniel Lowe’s three-run homer in the third, fueled by a contentious fan-interference review that upgraded Lowe’s hit to a three-run shot.
Starter Michael Soroka was equally impressive, carrying a no-hitter into the fifth inning and striking out a career-high 10 batters before fatigue and the Dodgers’ power hitters caught up with him in the sixt. His strong outing, however, wasn’t enough to hold back the Dodgers’ late surge.
Bullpen Blown, Momentum Shifts
Soroka’s departure in the sixth invited Jose Ferrer, who immediately gave up the grand slam that flipped the game. In the seventh and eighth innings, relievers Ryan Loutos, Cole Henry, and Enrique Hernández were overwhelmed by the Dodgers’ lineup, surrendering multiple runs as Muncy and Ohtani keyed the damage.
Although Enrique Hernández managed the ninth inning, he conceded two more runs before closer Alex Vesia sealed the dominant Dodgers win at 13–7.
Series & Standings Impact
- Series sweep secured: Dodgers claimed all three games and head into a bullpen game in Colorado riding high momentum.
- NL West implications: With the win, L.A. solidifies its hold atop the division.
- Nationals’ June struggles persist: Washington falls to 4–16 in June and remains tied at the bottom of the NL East.
What’s Next
- The Dodgers enjoy an off day on Monday, preserving their arms before a Tuesday matchup in Colorado.
- Ohtani will continue his build-up as a two-way asset, with more pitching appearances ahead.
- Muncy aims to sustain his power surge, eyeing yet more homestand heroics.
Final Take
What began as a potentially tight series dealing with early momentum swings turned into an emphatic showcase of L.A.’s depth. Max Muncy’s seven RBIs and Shohei Ohtani’s dual threat performance encapsulate the Dodgers’ blend of power and versatility. Los Angeles now shifts focus to the Rockies, while Washington must find serious answers in their bullpen and consistency at the plate.
