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Dodgers’ Offense Falters in 9-3 Loss to Giants
5/13/2026, 12:50:24 AM
Core Event: 9-3 Defeat Extends Offensive Slump
On Monday, May 12, the Los Angeles Dodgers fell to the San Francisco Giants 9–3 at Dodger Stadium. The defeat extended a stretch in which the Dodgers have scored three or fewer runs in nine of their last 12 games and have lost 13 of their last 22.
Background & Context: Declining Production After Back-to-Back Titles
The 2026 Dodgers entered the season as back-to-back World Series champions. Early offensive output has since faded; over the past 18 games the team posts a .228 batting average, .340 slugging percentage and ranks 28th in the league with a .200 average in bases-loaded situations.
Key Players and Their Struggles
Mookie Betts returned from the injured list on Monday, recording one hit in five at-bats. Shohei Ohtani has managed four hits in his last 38 at-bats and one home run in 107 plate appearances. Teoscar Hernández, now batting eighth, posted a career-low swing rate of 44.5 % and has a .675 OPS over the past year.
Data & Statistics
Betts’ OPS sits at .767, his lowest start since 2022. Ohtani’s recent line is 4-for-38 with one homer. Hernández’s OPS over the last calendar year was .675. The Dodgers rank 25th in batting average (.228) and tied for last in slugging (.340) over their last 18 games.
Official Statements & Responses
Manager Dave Roberts said Ohtani will sit out a day of hitting to work on mechanics. Hitting coach Robert Van Scoyoc noted multiple swing issues and stressed the need for confidence. First baseman Max Muncy said the team’s recent success rests on collective talent, and Betts emphasized that improvement requires contributions from the entire roster.
Criticism & Opposition
Van Scoyoc described a “clogged supply chain” in the lineup, pointing to gaps in pitch selection. He also linked Hernández’s low swing rate to a broader confidence deficit, suggesting that lack of conviction hampers performance.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I know I’m not the hero,” — Mookie Betts, outfielder
- “It’s going to take us all.” — Mookie Betts, outfielder
- “We’re back-to-back champions for a reason,” — Max Muncy, first baseman
- “The supply chain seems to be getting kind of clogged up in certain spots,” — Robert Van Scoyoc, hitting coach
- “I think he’s just trying to swing out of it,” — Dave Roberts, manager (on Ohtani)
- “We just have too much talent and too much desire to keep doing this for much longer,” — Dave Roberts, manager
What’s Next
Roberts plans to give Ohtani a rest day before his next pitching start, while the coaching staff will continue batting practice for Betts, Ohtani and Hernández. The Dodgers hope to convert their talent into consistent production in the coming weeks.
