Dodgers End Losing Streak, Defeat Pirates 8-4

The Los Angeles Dodgers ended a three-game losing streak with an 8-4 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates, thanks to late-game home runs by Teoscar Hernandez and Enrique Hernandez in a four-run eighth inning. Shohei Ohtani contributed significantly with three extra-base hits and two runs scored, helping the Dodgers repeatedly answer Pirates leads throughout the game. Rookie pitcher Roki Sasaki had a mixed start, allowing a leadoff home run to Oneil Cruz and surrendering three runs over 5 2/3 innings, but managed to avoid major damage. The Pirates took early and mid-game leads, with Cruz driving in two runs, but Los Angeles's offense prevailed late as Holderman and Wentz struggled in relief for Pittsburgh. The Dodgers' bullpen, led by Kirby Yates, held the Pirates scoreless in the final innings to secure the victory. This win provided a much-needed boost for the Dodgers as they look to regain early season form.