The Los Angeles Dodgers emphatically defeated the Miami Marlins 10-1, highlighting an explosive six-run seventh inning.

The Los Angeles Dodgers delivered a commanding performance on May 7, 2025, defeating the Miami Marlins 10–1 at loanDepot Park. A pivotal six-run seventh inning highlighted the game, showcasing the Dodgers’ offensive prowess and solidifying their position atop the National League standings.

Pitching Duel Sets the Stage

The game commenced as a tightly contested pitchers’ duel. Dodgers’ right-hander Landon Knack, recently recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City, pitched five scoreless innings, allowing four hits and striking out five batters. His performance marked a significant improvement, lowering his ERA from 7.27 to 4.61.

Opposing him, Marlins’ rookie Valente Bellozo delivered an impressive outing, holding the Dodgers hitless through the first five innings. He exited in the sixth after 5 1/3 innings, having allowed just one hit and two walks while striking out seven.

Dodgers Break Through

The deadlock was broken in the sixth inning when Shohei Ohtani tripled off reliever Cade Gibson, a 107-mph line drive into the right-center gap. Freddie Freeman followed with an RBI single, giving the Dodgers a 1–0 lead.

Seventh Inning Surge

The game’s momentum shifted dramatically in the seventh inning. James Outman drew a walk, and Enrique Hernández singled, setting the stage for Hyeseong Kim’s RBI single. After an intentional walk to Ohtani loaded the bases, Mookie Betts earned an RBI walk. Freeman then delivered a bases-clearing triple, extending the lead to 6–0. Andy Pages capped the inning with an RBI single, making it 7–0.

Late-Game Highlights

In the ninth inning, pinch-hitter James Outman hit a three-run homer, further solidifying the Dodgers’ dominance. The Marlins managed to score a lone run in the bottom of the ninth via a sacrifice fly by Jesús Sánchez.

Postgame Notes

Freddie Freeman: Went 3-for-5 with four RBIs, including a bases-loaded triple, extending his hitting streak to 12 games.
Shohei Ohtani: Tripled and drew three walks, including an intentional pass during the pivotal seventh inning.
Landon Knack: Earned his second win of the season with five scoreless innings.
Matt Sauer: Pitched the final four innings, allowing one run and securing his first career save.

Looking Ahead

The Dodgers, now 25–12, will begin a four-game series against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday. The Marlins, with a 14–22 record, will travel to Chicago to face the White Sox on Friday.