Pirates Upset Dodgers 9-7 as Shohei Ohtani Hits 100th Home Run in Los Angeles Uniform

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025

Pirates Outslug Dodgers 9-7, Spoil Ohtani's Historic Night

The Pittsburgh Pirates held off the Los Angeles Dodgers for a 9-7 victory, overcoming a milestone game from Shohei Ohtani on Tuesday evening at PNC Park.

Ohtani Slugs 100th Dodgers Home Run

Despite the loss, Shohei Ohtani delivered an unforgettable performance. Ohtani belted his 100th home run with the Dodgers—reaching the mark faster than any player in franchise history in just 294 games, surpassing Gary Sheffield’s record of 399 games. Ohtani also collected a pair of doubles and his 46th homer of the season, a solo shot off Pirates’ top prospect Bubba Chandler.

Pirates’ Offense Answers and Capitalizes

Tommy Pham and Jared Triolo powered the Pirates’ lineup, each driving in two runs. Jared Triolo kept the momentum going late, producing a critical two-out, two-run double in the sixth inning after Henry Davis put Pittsburgh ahead with an RBI single off Edgardo Henriquez.

Teoscar Hernández sparked the Dodgers with an RBI single, and Andy Pages launched his 24th homer, tying the score at 4-all. Ultimately, the Pirates retook the lead and built a cushion the Dodgers could not overcome by the final frame.

Chandler & Santana Deliver in Key Roles

Bubba Chandler picked up his second career win, allowing three runs over four innings of relief while racking up six hits against. In just his third major league game, the 22-year-old added to his hot start, adding two wins and a save in his first three outings. Dennis Santana survived a tense ninth inning, working around a walk and Ohtani’s double to notch his 12th save.

Kershaw’s Rollercoaster Start

Clayton Kershaw labored in the first inning, surrendering four runs, four hits, and two walks. However, the veteran left-hander settled in after the rough opening, lasting five total innings without allowing another hit and issuing just two more walks.

Key Moment

In the eighth, with two outs, Jared Triolo walked and stole second base. Nick Gonzales followed with a soft single to center. Andy Pages nearly made a sliding catch, but Triolo scored, giving Pittsburgh a critical three-run lead with the dangerous top of the Dodgers lineup looming in the ninth.

Stat to Know

Shohei Ohtani took only 444 games to hit 100 home runs with the Los Angeles Angels before achieving the same milestone with the Dodgers, but in even fewer games—just 294.

Looking Ahead

The series continues Wednesday as Ohtani (1-1, 4.18 ERA) returns to the mound for the Dodgers, facing Pirates rookie Braxton Ashcraft (4-2, 2.58 ERA) in a promising pitching matchup.

In summary

The Pittsburgh Pirates secured a hard-fought 9-7 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers, highlighted by clutch hitting from Tommy Pham and Jared Triolo. Shohei Ohtani recorded his 100th home run with the Dodgers and added two doubles, setting a team milestone despite the loss. Bubba Chandler shone in relief for Pittsburgh, while Dennis Santana closed out the win. Clayton Kershaw overcame a rocky start but was ultimately outdueled by the Pirates’ opportunistic offense. The series remains one to watch as two dynamic lineups continue their clash in Pittsburgh.

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