The Dodgers focused on quality over quantity by managing only four hits but hitting four home runs in a 5-2 win against the Twins. Their offense struggled significantly during the month, holding the third-lowest batting average in the majors. Despite the slump, Shohei Ohtani and Will Smith provided power with a two-run homer and two solo shots. Team president Andrew Friedman noted the disappointing performance of over half the lineup, emphasizing the need for improvement despite the recent game showing signs of power hitting.
Entering the night, the Dodgers had the third-lowest team batting average in the majors this month, with more than half of their lineup really scuffling for six weeks.
The Dodgers rectified their offensive struggles by hitting four home runs against the Twins, having only hit 19 total home runs in their first 15 games in July.
Shohei Ohtani delivered a two-run blast in the first inning, while Will Smith contributed two solo homers, leading the Dodgers to a 5-2 victory.
Andrew Friedman acknowledged he didn't expect the offense to scuffle for such a protracted period of time, highlighting the team's ongoing concern.
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