{"id":662216,"date":"2026-04-04T04:57:20","date_gmt":"2026-04-04T04:57:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/mlb\/662216\/"},"modified":"2026-04-04T04:57:20","modified_gmt":"2026-04-04T04:57:20","slug":"dodgers-crush-nationals-with-5-home-runs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/mlb\/662216\/","title":{"rendered":"Dodgers Crush Nationals with 5 Home Runs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"submission-link-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Los+Angeles%2C+CA&amp;city=Los+Angeles&amp;type=Update+Existing+Story&amp;headline=Dodgers+Crush+Nationals+with+5+Home+Runs&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fca%2Flos-angeles%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F03%2Fdodgers-crush-nationals-with-5-home-runs%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got story updates? Submit your updates here. \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/mlb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/69d0401c30411.jpg\" alt=\"An abstract, expressionist painting in vibrant neon colors depicting the powerful motion and energy of a baseball home run, with the ball itself blurred into an indistinct splash of paint.\" width=\"1344\" height=\"768\" class=\"news-image\"\/>The Dodgers&#8217; offensive onslaught, powered by five home runs, showcases the team&#8217;s potent lineup and championship-caliber potential.Los Angeles Today<\/p>\n<p>The Los Angeles Dodgers pummeled the Washington Nationals 13-6, powered by five home runs from Shohei Ohtani, Kyle Tucker, Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman, and Andy Pages.<\/p>\n<p>      Why it matters<\/p>\n<p>The Dodgers&#8217; offensive outburst against the Nationals showcases their potent lineup and ability to overwhelm opposing pitching, cementing their status as one of the top teams in the National League.<\/p>\n<p>            The details<\/p>\n<p>Ohtani hit a three-run homer in the third inning, while Tucker, Betts, and Freeman also went deep for the Dodgers. The offensive explosion helped the Dodgers cruise to a decisive 13-6 victory over the Nationals.<\/p>\n<p>      The game took place on April 3, 2026.<\/p>\n<p>        The players<\/p>\n<p>        <a href=\"https:\/\/nationaltoday.com\/birthday\/shohei-ohtani\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Shohei Ohtani<\/a><\/p>\n<p>A two-way star for the Los Angeles Dodgers, known for his prowess as both a pitcher and hitter.<\/p>\n<p>Kyle Tucker<\/p>\n<p>An outfielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers, known for his power hitting and all-around offensive contributions.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nationaltoday.com\/birthday\/mookie-betts\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Mookie Betts<\/a><\/p>\n<p>An outfielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers, a perennial All-Star and one of the best all-around players in the game.<\/p>\n<p>Freddie Freeman<\/p>\n<p>A first baseman for the Los Angeles Dodgers, a veteran slugger and former National League MVP.<\/p>\n<p>Andy Pages<\/p>\n<p>A young outfielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers, known for his developing power and potential.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Los+Angeles%2C+CA&amp;city=Los+Angeles&amp;type=Upload+Story+Photos&amp;headline=Dodgers+Crush+Nationals+with+5+Home+Runs&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fca%2Flos-angeles%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F03%2Fdodgers-crush-nationals-with-5-home-runs%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got photos? Submit your photos here. \u203a<\/a><br \/>\n            What they\u2019re saying<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-quote\">\u201cOur offense was clicking on all cylinders today. When we&#8217;re hitting like that, it&#8217;s tough for any team to stop us.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-cite\">\u2014 Shohei Ohtani<\/p>\n<p>        The takeaway<\/p>\n<p>The Dodgers&#8217; offensive explosion against the Nationals showcases the depth and power of their lineup, which will make them a formidable opponent for any team they face this season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Got story updates? 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